The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Florence
Cheapest price
£139
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Florence will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £139.
To travel from Basel to Florence you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 173+
FRECCIAROSSA 9567
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9551
EuroCity 151+
Intercity 599+
BUS L599D
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 665+
Regionale 18399
EuroCity 65+
Intercity 679+
Regionale 18330
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555
EuroCity 63+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 9587
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9551
EuroCity 173+
FRECCIAROSSA 9567Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 509 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£137 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Basel to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Florence trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | On time 10:06 Basel SBB | 6h58 | 17:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ Intercity 599+ BUS L599D | On time 10:06 Basel SBB | 10h46 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 | 11:28 Basel SBB | 6h36 | 18:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 65+ Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 11:28 Basel SBB | 11h22 | 22:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 173+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 14:03 Basel SBB | 7h01 | 21:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 61+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 05:28 Basel SBB | 6h36 | 12:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 61+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 05:28 Basel SBB | 11h40 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Florence
Trains from Basel to Florence run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 509 km distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 509 km |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 19:15 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Florence trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Florence from £33. 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 Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Florence
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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