The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome Termini to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
£165
Average price
£181
Fastest journey
9 h 46 m
Average duration
11 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
738 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Termini to Basel SBB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Termini to Basel SBB will cost around £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rome Termini for Basel SBB every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 738 km distance in an average of 11 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 38 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.
8:5712h38Rome Termini21:35Basel SBB£1651One-way0 changes
9:2012h13Rome Termini21:33Basel SBB£1751One-way0 changes
4:109h46Rome Termini13:56Basel SBB£2031One-way0 changes
4:109h46Rome Termini13:56Basel SBB£2031One-way0 changes
9:2012h13Rome Termini21:33Basel SBB£1751One-way0 changes
8:5712h38Rome Termini21:35Basel SBB£1651One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rome Termini to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Termini to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £85.
Distance: 738 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£166 Average Price | £106 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome Termini to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Termini to Basel SBB trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:10 Rome Termini | 9h46 | 13:56 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:57 Rome Termini | 12h38 | 21:35 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:20 Rome Termini | 12h13 | 21:33 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rome Termini to Basel SBB by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome Termini to Basel SBB
Trains from Rome Termini to Basel SBB run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 738 km distance in 8h 6m.
Distance 738 km |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 6m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 13:20 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo from Rome Termini to Basel SBB trainsTrenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Rome Termini and Basel SBB from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rome Termini to Basel SBB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Termini to Basel SBB 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 SBB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome Termini and Basel SBB
- 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
- 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


