How to travel from Basel to Savona

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Compare bus and train for Basel to Savona

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Savona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €80 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €80, while a train costs an average of €125.

Distance: 228 miles (368 km)

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€125

Average price

€80

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Cheapest

€157

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 37m

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30m

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8h 40m

Average total duration

8h 10m

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30m

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5h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

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Compare ways to travel from Basel to Savona

Compare the available ways to get from Basel to Savona, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Savona is a bus with an average price of €80.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Savona:

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Savona costing on average €125.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Savona is by train with an average journey time of 8h 7m.

Other travel options to Savona take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Savona including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Savona among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €125 compared to roughly €157 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €33. The journey takes 7h 37m versus 5h 56m 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.

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How to get from Basel to Savona by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Basel to Savona is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Savona

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There are 2 options to travel between Basel and Savona including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Savona is a bus with an average price of €80.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Savona:

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Savona costing on average €125.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Savona is by train with an average journey time of 8h 7m.

Other travel options to Savona take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 40m.

The distance from Basel to Savona is approximately 228 miles (368 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Savona is:
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Savona as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Savona:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Nice Cote d'Azur Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Savona station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Savona, Piazza Aldo Moro.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Savona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Savona by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia to go to Savona by train.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Savona often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Genoa, Turin, Nice, Olbia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Savona and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Savona to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Savona, consider spending 2 to 3 days to explore its historic sites, enjoy the coastal scenery, and savor local cuisine.

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