The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Rome
Cheapest price
£176
Average price
£186
Fastest journey
12 h 56 m
Average duration
15 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
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 £186 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £176.
Of the 4 trains that leave Basel for Rome every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 739 km distance in an average of 15 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 h 10 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.
14:0415h02Basel5:06Rome£1761One-way0 changes
10:5618h10Basel5:06Rome£1841One-way0 changes
13:0415h02Basel4:06Rome£1871One-way0 changes
8:2712h56Basel21:23Rome£1961One-way0 changes
8:2712h56Basel21:23Rome£1961One-way0 changes
14:0415h02Basel5:06Rome£1761One-way0 changes
13:0415h02Basel4:06Rome£1871One-way0 changes
10:5618h10Basel5:06Rome£1841One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Rome
Omio 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 £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 1m. 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 £41, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 739 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£184 Average Price | £171 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 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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Live departures
Basel to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rome trains for tomorrow, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:27 Basel | 12h56 | 21:23 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:56 Basel | 18h10 | 5:06 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:04 Basel | 15h02 | 4:06 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:04 Basel | 15h02 | 5:06 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Rome by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Rome
Trains from Basel to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £41 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 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 21m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Rome trainsTrenitalia, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Rome from £41. 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 Rome train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Rome
- 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. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
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