The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Parma
Cheapest price
£170
Average price
£191
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
8 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Parma will cost around £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £170.
To travel from Basel to Parma you need to make at least 2 changes.
9:046h03Basel15:07Parma£1701One-way2 changes
17:0413h45Basel6:49Parma£1701One-way2 changes
13:045h37Basel18:41Parma£2041One-way2 changes
15:045h37Basel20:41Parma£2041One-way2 changes
21:0411h37Basel8:41Parma£2041One-way2 changes
13:045h37Basel18:41Parma£2041One-way2 changes
15:045h37Basel20:41Parma£2041One-way2 changes
9:046h03Basel15:07Parma£1701One-way2 changes
21:0411h37Basel8:41Parma£2041One-way2 changes
17:0413h45Basel6:49Parma£1701One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Parma
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basel to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £86.
Distance: 373 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£103 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Parma train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Parma trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:04 Basel | 6h03 | 15:07 Parma | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:04 Basel | 5h37 | 18:41 Parma | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:04 Basel | 5h37 | 20:41 Parma | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:04 Basel | 13h45 | 6:49 Parma | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:04 Basel | 11h37 | 8:41 Parma | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Parma by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Parma
Trains from Basel to Parma run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 17:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Parma trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Parma from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Parma train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Parma
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazzale Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa.
- Angiol d'Or
- Enoteca Fontana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- NH Parma
- Hotel Torino
- Hotel Button
- Located in the main hall
- 600 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Lines 2, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 21
- TEP buses available
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