The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
7 h 38 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Basel SBB on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 445 km distance in an average of 7 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 38 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €119.
Distance: 276 miles (445 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€112 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €317 Average price |
6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h58 | 12:56 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h47 | 1:37 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€75) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 09:50. The fastest train covers the 276 miles (445 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€75) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 09:50 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Basel SBB from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel SBB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Basel SBB
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
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