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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Venice
Cheapest price
$215
Average price
$280
Fastest journey
7 h 42 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Venice will cost around $280 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $215.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Venice without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 173+
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 35213:04 PM8h46Basel SBB11:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia$2151One-way2 transfers- EuroCity 173+
FRECCIAROSSA 97633:04 PM8h13Basel SBB11:17 PMVenice Santa Lucia$2551One-way1 transfer - EuroCity 61+FRECCIAROSSA 97236:30 AM7h42Basel SBB2:12 PMVenice Santa Lucia$2601One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 151+FRECCIAROSSA 974711:07 AM8h05Basel SBB7:12 PMVenice Santa Lucia$3921One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 61+FRECCIAROSSA 97236:30 AM7h42Basel SBB2:12 PMVenice Santa Lucia$2601One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 151+FRECCIAROSSA 974711:07 AM8h05Basel SBB7:12 PMVenice Santa Lucia$3921One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 173+FRECCIAROSSA 97633:04 PM8h13Basel SBB11:17 PMVenice Santa Lucia$2551One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 173+Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 35213:04 PM8h46Basel SBB11:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia$2151One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Venice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $42.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$151 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $277 Average price |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Venice trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 151+Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 9:07 AM Basel SBB | 8h43 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| EuroCity 151+FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 9:07 AM Basel SBB | 8h05 | 5:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 65+FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 6h58 | 5:28 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 65+Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 8h20 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| EuroCity 173+FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 1:04 PM Basel SBB | 8h13 | 9:17 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 173+Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 1:04 PM Basel SBB | 8h46 | 9:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
| EuroCity 61+FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 4:30 AM Basel SBB | 7h42 | 12:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Venice
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Basel to Venice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Venice trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Venice from $39 (€31). 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 Basel to Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Venice
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
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