- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price
£159
Average price
£181
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rome will cost around £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £159.
To travel from Basel to Rome you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 65+
Regionale TRENORD 2639+
InterCityNotte 763
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 597
EuroCity 67+
FRECCIAROSSA 9561+
InterCityNotte 797
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9651
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9551
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9651
EuroCity 63+
FRECCIAROSSA 9547
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 9587
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9551
EuroCity 67+
FRECCIAROSSA 9561+
InterCityNotte 797Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 739 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£162 Average Price | £135 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rome trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 11:07 Basel SBB | 10h12 | 21:19 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 11:07 Basel SBB | 9h48 | 20:55 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 12:30 Basel SBB | 10h00 | 22:30 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 12:30 Basel SBB | 9h30 | 22:00 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 173+ Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799 | 15:04 Basel SBB | 14h39 | 5:43 Rome Ostiense | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 67+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ InterCityNotte 770 | 17:30 Basel SBB | 13h15 | 6:45 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Basel to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 739 km distance in 8h 21m.
Distance 739 km |
Average train duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 21m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Rome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rome trip today.
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Rome trains use the Basel SBB to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Tiburtina. Use this guide to compare Basel and Rome 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.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense 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: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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