Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Basel to Siena?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Siena: Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Siena station. Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €97 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, while a train costs an average of €181.

Distance: 344 miles (555 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
€181 Average price	€97 Average price Cheapest	€129 Average price (fuel + tolls)
9h 0m Average total duration Fastest 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Siena is a bus with an average price of €97.

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

A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Siena costing on average €181.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 9h 0m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Siena including taking a bus and train.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Siena 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 €181 compared to roughly €129 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-52.42. The journey takes 8h 30m versus 7h 46m 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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from Basel to Siena

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

Our recommendation

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

FlixBus · FlixBus
5:55 AM12h20
Basel, Bahnhof
6:15 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
€581One-way
1 transfer

Cheapest

FlixBus · FlixBus
5:55 AM12h20
Basel, Bahnhof
6:15 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
€581One-way
1 transfer

Fastest

FRECCIAROSSA 9551+Regionale 18227+EuroCity 151
11:07 AM9h33
Basel SBB
8:40 PMSiena station
€1611One-way
2 transfers

Other options

FlixBus · FlixBus
11:25 PM13h05
Basel, Bahnhof
12:30 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
€591One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
2:05 AM12h35
Basel, Bahnhof
2:40 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
€631One-way
2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus
9:25 AM12h55
Basel, Bahnhof
10:20 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
€691One-way
1 transfer

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There are 2 options to travel between Basel and Siena including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Siena is a bus with an average price of €97.

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

A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Siena costing on average €181.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 9h 0m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 52m.

The distance from Basel to Siena is approximately 344 miles (555 km).

The average frequency per day from Basel to Siena is:

Around 6 buses per day.
Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Siena 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 Siena:

Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Siena station.
Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Siena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with FlixBus to go to Siena by bus.
Travel with Trenitalia to go to Siena by train.

Omio customers who travel from Basel to Siena often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Pisa, San Gimignano, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Siena and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Siena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Siena, you can visit Torre del Mangia for panoramic views, explore religious art at Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, and relax at Fortezza Medicea. Enjoy Italian wines at Enoteca Italiana, or take a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan dishes. Don't miss the Piazza del Campo with its historic ambiance or the magnificent Siena Cathedral. Also, check out the Palazzo Pubblico, Basilica of San Domenico, and Santa Maria della Scala for a rich cultural experience.

To fully experience Siena, including its historic sites, museums, and local cuisine, plan to spend 2 to 3 days.

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