The cheapest and fastest trains from Stresa to Basel
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stresa to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stresa to Basel will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stresa for Basel 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 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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 and flight for Stresa to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stresa to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £67, and a flight costs an average of £116.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£91 Average Price Cheapest | £217 Average Price |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 15m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stresa to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Stresa to Basel trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:11 Stresa | 3h21 | 09:32 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stresa to Basel
Trains from Stresa to Basel run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 00:33 |
Last train 21:03 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity from Stresa to Basel trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Stresa and Basel from £67. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stresa to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stresa 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 Stresa and Basel
- 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
- 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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