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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
$241
Average price
$241
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan 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 Milan Centrale to Basel SBB will cost around $241 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $241.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Basel SBB on Sat, Jul 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.
EuroCity 15011:10 AM4h28Milan Centrale3:38 PMBasel SBB$2411One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 15011:10 AM4h28Milan Centrale3:38 PMBasel SBB$2411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Centrale to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$148 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $479 Average price | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 55m Average total duration 18h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB:
A bus is $114 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB costing on average $148 (€122).
A bus is $445 (€365) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB costing on average $479 (€393).
Other travel options to Basel SBB take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 9m.
Flight takes on average 18h 55m.
Tickets start at around $148 (€122) compared to roughly $133 (€109) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.69 (€-12.06). The journey takes 4h 23m versus 4h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Milan Centrale to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Basel SBB trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h45 | 1:55 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h16 | 2:26 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 6:29 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:05 PM Milan Centrale | 4h28 | 8:33 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 PM Milan Centrale | 4h28 | 9:33 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€73) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 17:05. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€73) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 5:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Basel SBB from $21 (€17). 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 Milan Centrale to Basel SBB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.
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