- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Milan will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 16 trains that leave Basel for Milan every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 3 583 | 583 · EC 29 | 29 · S 10 25139 | 25139 · B 523 579 | 579
IC 3 595 | 595 · EC 27 | 27 · S 10 25137 | 25137 · B 523 577 | 577
IC 21 659 | 659+
EuroCity 11+
S11 TRENORD 25039
IC 21 659 | 659+
EuroCity 11+
S11 TRENORD 25035
IC 21 659 | 659+
EuroCity 11+
S11 TRENORD 25037
IC 3 561 | 561 · EC 301 | 301 · B 2 2023 | 2023
TGV 9213 | 9213 · IC 2 1479 | 1479 · B 2 2055 | 2055
IC 3 595 | 595 · EC 27 | 27 · S 10 25137 | 25137 · B 523 577 | 577
IC 3 583 | 583 · EC 29 | 29 · S 10 25139 | 25139 · B 523 579 | 579
EuroCity 67Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basel to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 264 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£97 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £225 Average Price |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Milan trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TGV 9213 | 9213 · IC 2 1479 | 1479 · B 2 2055 | 2055 | 15:33 Basel SBB | 3h40 | 19:13 Milan | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 67 | 17:30 Basel SBB | 4h20 | 21:50 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3 581 | 581 · EC 27 | 27 · S 10 25137 | 25137 · B 523 577 | 577 | 17:33 Basel SBB | 3h50 | 21:23 Milan | 3 changes | |
IC 3 583 | 583 · EC 29 | 29 · S 10 25139 | 25139 · B 523 579 | 579 | 18:33 Basel SBB | 3h50 | 22:23 Milan | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
IC 21 659 | 659+ EuroCity 11+ S11 TRENORD 25035 | 5:04 Basel SBB | 5h47 | 10:51 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
IC 21 659 | 659+ EuroCity 11+ S11 TRENORD 25039 | 5:04 Basel SBB | 6h47 | 11:51 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
IC 21 659 | 659+ EuroCity 11+ S11 TRENORD 25037 | 5:04 Basel SBB | 6h17 | 11:21 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
IC 3 551 | 551 · EC 11 | 11+ EuroCity 13+ S11 TRENORD 25039 | 5:33 Basel SBB | 6h18 | 11:51 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 changes | |
IC 3 551 | 551 · EC 11 | 11+ EuroCity 13+ S11 TRENORD 25041 | 5:33 Basel SBB | 6h48 | 12:21 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 changes | |
IC 3 551 | 551 · EC 11 | 11+ EuroCity 13+ S11 TRENORD 25043 | 5:33 Basel SBB | 7h18 | 12:51 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3 changes | |
EuroCity 61 | 6:30 Basel SBB | 4h20 | 10:50 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3 561 | 561 · EC 301 | 301 · B 2 2023 | 2023 | 7:33 Basel SBB | 3h40 | 11:13 Milan | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 63 | 10:30 Basel SBB | 4h25 | 14:55 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 151 | 11:07 Basel SBB | 4h43 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 65 | 12:30 Basel SBB | 4h25 | 16:55 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 173 | 15:04 Basel SBB | 4h46 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Basel to Milan run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Milan trains use the Basel SBB to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso. Use this guide to compare Basel and Milan 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.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Dreispitz is 3 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Dreispitz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dreispitz.
ATMs are available at Dreispitz.
Available at Dreispitz: Parking, WC.
Available at Dreispitz: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dreispitz.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate 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 Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Milano Villapizzone is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Villapizzone has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco, Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
Available at Milano Villapizzone: Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Villapizzone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Villapizzone.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Milan, Hotel Sunflower, Hotel Berlino.
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