The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
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 $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Basel SBB on Thu, Apr 02, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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 666:05 PM4h32Milan Centrale10:37 PMBasel SBB$1451One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 607:10 AM4h19Milan Centrale11:29 AMBasel SBB$1451One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 643:10 PM4h19Milan Centrale7:29 PMBasel SBB$1491One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 17810:10 AM4h45Milan Centrale2:55 PMBasel SBB$1491One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 15011:10 AM4h16Milan Centrale3:26 PMBasel SBB$1491One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 15011:10 AM4h16Milan Centrale3:26 PMBasel SBB$1491One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 607:10 AM4h19Milan Centrale11:29 AMBasel SBB$1451One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 643:10 PM4h19Milan Centrale7:29 PMBasel SBB$1491One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 666:05 PM4h32Milan Centrale10:37 PMBasel SBB$1451One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 17810:10 AM4h45Milan Centrale2:55 PMBasel SBB$1491One-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 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $149.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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$133 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $477 Average price |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 24m Average total duration 22h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Basel SBB 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 |
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EuroCity 60 | 5:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 9:29 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 178 | 8:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h45 | 12:55 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 150 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h16 | 1:26 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 64 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 5:29 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 66 | 4:05 PM Milan Centrale | 4h32 | 8:37 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB
Trains from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 17:05. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 5:05 PM |
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Basel SBB
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 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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