The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Catania
Cheapest price
£207
Average price
£248
Fastest journey
19 h 12 m
Average duration
20 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1275 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Catania will cost around £248 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £207.
To travel from Basel to Catania you need to make at least 2 changes.
EuroCity 173+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9681+
InterCityNotte 1959
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955
EuroCity 173+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9681+
InterCityNotte 1959Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Basel to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 1275 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£200 Average Price | £127 Average Price | £113 Average Price Cheapest |
21h 29m Average total duration 20h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 36m Average total duration 24h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Catania trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:06 Basel | 20h34 | 05:40 Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:28 Basel | 21h42 | 08:10 Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:03 Basel | 24h03 | 13:06 Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Catania by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Catania
Trains from Basel to Catania run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £60 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 1275 km distance in 19h 12m.
Distance 1275 km |
Average train duration 20h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 19h 12m |
First train 05:01 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Basel to Catania trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Basel and Catania from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basel to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Catania 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 Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Catania
- 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
- 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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