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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Milan
Cheapest price
€132
Average price
€133
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Milan will cost around €133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €132.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Milan on Wed, Dec 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 31 the direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Wed, Dec 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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.
IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 2 1467 | 1467 · B 2 2031 | 2031
EuroCity 151EuroCity 173IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 2 1467 | 1467 · B 2 2031 | 2031EuroCity 151EuroCity 173
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €96.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€112 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €238 Average price |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 2m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Milan trains for today, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 865+EuroCity 19+ S11 TRENORD 25059 | 7:04 AM Basel SBB | 8h47 | 3:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 865+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25057 | 7:04 AM Basel SBB | 8h17 | 3:21 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 865+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25055 | 7:04 AM Basel SBB | 7h47 | 2:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 15 | 15+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25059 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 8h18 | 3:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 15 | 15+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25057 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 7h48 | 3:21 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 15 | 15+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25055 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 7h18 | 2:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IC 21 667 | 667+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25057 | 8:04 AM Basel SBB | 7h17 | 3:21 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| IC 21 667 | 667+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25059 | 8:04 AM Basel SBB | 7h47 | 3:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| IC 21 667 | 667+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25055 | 8:04 AM Basel SBB | 6h47 | 2:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 2 1467 | 1467+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25055 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 6h18 | 2:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 2 1467 | 1467+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25059 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 7h18 | 3:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 2 1467 | 1467+EuroCity 19+S11 TRENORD 25057 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 6h48 | 3:21 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 2 1467 | 1467 · B 2 2031 | 2031 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 3h40 | 12:13 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
| IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 869+EuroCity 151+S11 TRENORD 25059 | 9:04 AM Basel SBB | 6h47 | 3:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 869+EuroCity 151+S11 TRENORD 25061 | 9:04 AM Basel SBB | 7h17 | 4:21 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 869+EuroCity 151+S11 TRENORD 25063 | 9:04 AM Basel SBB | 7h47 | 4:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 transfers | |
| EuroCity 173 | 2:04 PM Basel SBB | 4h46 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Basel to Milan
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Trains from Basel to Milan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €75 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €75 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 00:38 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Milan trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Milan from €18. 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 Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Basel, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Basel SBB and Basel Bad Bhf. When arriving in Milan, you can end your trip in train stations like Milan Centrale and Milan Porta Garibaldi.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Milan Centrale, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Milan
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
DiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingLuggage Carts- Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco
- Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free of charge
- Radisson Blu Hotel Milan
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Berlino
- Free
- Tram: Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
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