The cheapest and fastest trains from Sanremo to Basel
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£126
Fastest journey
9 h 52 m
Average duration
9 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sanremo to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sanremo to Basel will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sanremo for Basel every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 416 km distance in an average of 9 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 52 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 Sanremo to Basel
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sanremo to Basel 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 flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 416 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£117 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sanremo to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Sanremo to Basel trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:04 Sanremo | 9h52 | 12:56 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sanremo to Basel
Trains from Sanremo to Basel run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £35 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 15:03. The fastest train covers the 416 km distance in 9h 32m.
Distance 416 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 32m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 15:03 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity, Regionale from Sanremo to Basel trainsTrenitalia, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Sanremo and Basel from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sanremo to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sanremo 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 Sanremo and Basel
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Living Garden
- Ristorante Flipper
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Royal Hotel Sanremo
- Hotel De Paris Sanremo
- Grand Hotel & Des Anglais
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-2 for regional trains
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 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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