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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Bologna takes 7h 30m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Bologna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 30m
Duration
541 km
Distance
€153
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain train Ec
  2. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain train
  3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain train Fr
6h 12m
€68–391

Basel to Bologna train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 5:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Bologna at 9:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Lugano and take an average of 7h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Basel to Bologna.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 541.2 km
  • Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Bologna, Italy?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale via Lugano and Milano Centrale in around 6h 12m.

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