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Palazzo Rosso
Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Cheapest price on 11 Oct
£118
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£126
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
6 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
6 h 27 m
Trains on 11 Oct
10
Distance
366 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Genoa will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
To travel from Basel to Genoa you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 67+
Regionale Veloce 3045
EuroCity 173+
Intercity 689
EuroCity 151+
Intercity 673
EuroCity 63+
Intercity 641
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 637
EuroCity 63+
Intercity 641
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 637
EuroCity 67+
Regionale Veloce 3045
EuroCity 151+
Intercity 673
EuroCity 173+
Intercity 689Trains from Basel to Genoa run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 366 km distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 366 km |
Average train duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 17:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Genoa trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 65+ Intercity 679 | 12:30 Basel SBB | 7h14 | 19:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 65+ 9992 | 12:30 Basel SBB | 10h44 | 23:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 173+ Intercity 689 | 15:04 Basel SBB | 6h40 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 173+ 9992 | 15:04 Basel SBB | 8h10 | 23:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 67+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 17:30 Basel SBB | 6h27 | 23:57 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 61+ Intercity 637 | 6:30 Basel SBB | 6h14 | 12:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 63+ Intercity 641 | 10:30 Basel SBB | 6h14 | 16:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 63+ 9992 | 10:30 Basel SBB | 12h44 | 23:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ Intercity 673 | 11:06 Basel SBB | 6h38 | 17:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ 9992 | 11:06 Basel SBB | 12h08 | 23:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
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Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Sea-focused museum inside the old port area, covering navigation, migration and maritime life with interactive and family-friendly displays.
Refined palace museum displaying paintings, furnishings and frescoed rooms. Ideal for understanding Genoese aristocratic life and art.
Grand central square with fountain, theatres and banks. A practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and main avenues.
Historic street lined with palaces, courtyards and museums. One of Genoa’s most rewarding walks for architecture and city history.
Lively old harbour redeveloped for promenades, museums and sea views. Good for walking, boat trips and an easy family outing.
Chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven. A staple Genoese street food, prized for its crisp edges and simple maritime roots.
Twisted pasta with basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and Ligurian cheese. Genoa is the historic home of this classic pesto sauce.
Thin layers of dough filled with chard, prescinsêua cheese, eggs and herbs. A festive Ligurian pie strongly linked with Genoese tradition.
Stylish long-running restaurant serving creative Ligurian and Italian cooking in an intimate city-centre dining room.
Historic confectionery and café known for chocolate, pastries and elegant old-world interiors in the city centre.
Traditional bakery-focacceria popular for classic Genoese focaccia and farinata in a casual local setting.
Moderate for Italy: dining and hotels cost less than in Rome or Milan, while local transport and coffee are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for notably good service.
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Genova Brignole -> Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Genoa trains use the Basel SBB to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Basel and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
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