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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Stresa
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Stresa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Stresa will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Stresa every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Stresa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Stresa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £49.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£71 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Stresa train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Stresa trains for today, Thursday 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:28 Basel | 3h20 | 19:48 Stresa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:30 Basel | 3h18 | 19:48 Stresa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Stresa
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Trains from Basel to Stresa run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 06:24 |
Last train 17:30 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Stresa trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Stresa from £36. 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 Stresa train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Stresa 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 Stresa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Stresa
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante LaStresa
- Osteria Mercato
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees
- Hotel La Palma
- Regina Palace Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1 and 2 for train services
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Ferry: Connections to Lake Maggiore islands
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