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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Rome
Cheapest price on Oct 16
€213
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€213
Fastest journey on Oct 16
8 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
8 h 27 m
Trains on Oct 16
2
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rome will cost around €213 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €213.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Rome without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 964711:07 AM8h33Basel SBB7:40 PMRome Termini€2131One-way1 transfer- EuroCity 173+FRECCIAROSSA 96813:04 PM8h21Basel SBB11:25 PMRome Termini€2131One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 173+FRECCIAROSSA 96813:04 PM8h21Basel SBB11:25 PMRome Termini€2131One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 151+FRECCIAROSSA 964711:07 AM8h33Basel SBB7:40 PMRome Termini€2131One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Rome
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Basel to Rome run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 739 km distance in 7h 1m.
Distance 739 km |
Average train duration 8h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 7h 1m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Basel to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rome trains for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 151+FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 11:07 AM Basel SBB | 8h33 | 7:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 65+FRECCIAROSSA 9651 | 12:30 PM Basel SBB | 8h15 | 8:45 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 173+FRECCIAROSSA 9681 | 3:04 PM Basel SBB | 8h21 | 11:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Rome
Most Basel to Rome trains use the Basel SBB to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Tiburtina. Use this guide to compare Basel and Rome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Rome leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Which Rome station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Roma Termini from Rome city centre
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini train station facilities and services
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Roma Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina train station facilities and services
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Getting to Roma Ostiense from Rome city centre
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense train station facilities and services
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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