The cheapest and fastest trains from Naples to Basel
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£186
Fastest journey
9 h 37 m
Average duration
10 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
917 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Basel will cost around £186 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £157.
Of the 5 trains that leave Naples for Basel every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 917 km distance in an average of 10 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 27 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 coach, train and flight for Naples to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £110.
Distance: 917 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£193 Average Price | £147 Average Price | £91 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 34m Average total duration 16h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Naples to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Basel trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9640+ EuroCity 66 | 11:50 Naples Centrale | 9h45 | 21:35 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
![]() | 03:09 Naples | 9h47 | 12:56 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:05 Naples | 11h27 | 17:32 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Naples | 9h37 | 17:32 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naples to Basel
Trains from Naples to Basel run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £110 but you can travel from only £47 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 917 km distance in 9h 37m.
Distance 917 km |
Average train duration 11h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £110 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 37m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 22:28 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Trenitalia, Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity from Naples to Basel trainsFrecciarossa, Trenitalia, Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity trains will get you between Naples and Basel from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Naples to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Naples and Basel
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Free WiFi throughout the station.
- KiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Tentazioni Cafe
- Burger King
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Time Cafè
- Caffè Toraldo
- Chalet Ciro
- Cibiamo
- Chef Express
- Eccellenze Della Costiera
- 100 Montaditos
- & more
- The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities.
- Grand Hotel Europa
- Starhotels Terminus
- B&B Hotel Napoli
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: 116, 130, 150, 151, 175, 191, 195, 196, 202 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 455, 460, 469, 472, 475, 606, Alibus, N1, N3, N4, N5, N8, R2, R5
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Circumvesuviana (3, 12, 14, 15), Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Piazzale Vincenzo Tecchio.
- Vineapolis
- Pizzeria Fratelli Cafasso
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Serius
- Hotel Cristina
- Hotel Leopardi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line 2
- 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
- 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
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