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Thinking about taking the train from Basel SBB to Milan? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 52 minutes to travel the 262 km from Basel SBB to Milan by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You can travel with Trenitalia trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Basel SBB to Milan start from $41.12 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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First train | 5:01 am | |
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Last train | 10:28 pm | |
Departure station | Basel SBB | |
Arrival station | Milan | |
Journey time | From 4h 14m | |
Distance | 163 miles (262 km) | |
Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From $41.12 | |
Train and bus operators | Trenitalia, Flixbus, Marino, Onebus |
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Start your journey by train and continue by bus to reach your destination. Enjoy some of the most beautiful Italian views on modern and comfortable buses.
Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.
Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.
Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.
Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.
All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.
A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Basel SBB to Milan by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Basel SBB and Milan is 4 hours and 52 minutes, with around 34 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Basel SBB to Milan is 4 hours and 14 minutes.
Train tickets from Basel SBB to Milan can start from as little as $41.12 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Basel SBB to Milan without having to change trains. There are 5 direct trains from Basel SBB to Milan each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Basel SBB to Milan leaves at 05:01. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Basel SBB to Milan leaves at 22:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Basel SBB to Milan cover a distance of around 163 miles (262 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Milan to Basel SBB.