How much is the train ticket from Milano to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Milano to Basel start at ZAR 1,092. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,491. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Milano to Basel?

The average train trip from Milano to Basel takes 4h 19m and covers 261 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which train operators serve the Milano to Basel route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milano to Basel?

The earliest train from Milano to Basel departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 6:05pm.

Train Milano to Basel from ZAR 1,257

Next train departures

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:10pm	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	7:29pm	Basel	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	7:29pm	Basel	Fastest
Train	6:05pm	Milano Centrale	4h 32m	10:37pm	Basel	No tags
Train	6:05pm	Milano Centrale	4h 32m	10:37pm	Basel	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 16m	3:26pm	Basel	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 16m	3:26pm	Basel	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	CheapestFastest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags
Train	11:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 22m	3:32pm	Basel	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	Fastest
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags
Train	11:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 22m	3:32pm	Basel	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	CheapestFastest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	10:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 45m	2:55pm	Basel	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Basel on May 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 16m	3:26pm	Basel	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:10am	Milano Centrale	4h 19m	11:29am	Basel	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:24 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milano to Basel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 409, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 35mAverage Duration

257 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 409 - ZAR 2,619	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 1,092 - ZAR 4,269	Average Duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milano and Basel?

Milano

A
Milano Centrale
Piazza Duca d'Aosta 1, 20124 Milano MI, Italy
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B
Rogoredo
Via Gamboloita 7, 20139 Milano MI, Italy
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C
Rho Fiera
20017 Rho MI, Italy
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D
Piazza I Maggio, 1
Piazza I Maggio, 1, 20099 Sesto San Giovanni MI, Italy
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E
Lampugnano
Via Giulio Natta, 228, 20151 Milano, Italy
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F
Porta Garibaldi
P.za Sigmund Freud 1, 20124 Milano MI, Italy
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Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
E
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Train companies

Trenitalia

3.9/558 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 58 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 1,092

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Italo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milano to Basel by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Milano to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Milano to Basel start at ZAR 1,092. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,491. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Milano to Basel?
The average train trip from Milano to Basel takes 4h 19m and covers 261 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Milano to Basel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milano to Basel?
The earliest train from Milano to Basel departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 6:05pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-09

ZAR 2,546

05-10

ZAR 2,546

Today

ZAR 2,546

05-12

ZAR 2,543

05-13

ZAR 2,481

05-14

ZAR 2,480

05-15

ZAR 2,420

05-16

ZAR 2,246

The cheapest trip from Milano to Basel was searched and found on May 16, 2026 with a price of ZAR 2,246

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Milano to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 2,246 to ZAR 4,163 for a train ticket from Milano to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 2,246 which is on 2026-05-16.