The average train between Basel and Colico takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Colico. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Colico. 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 Colico at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Lugano and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Colico? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Colico. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Colico station via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.
Basel to Colico train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Colico train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Colico station.
Book your Basel to Colico train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord and SBB GmbH.
The distance between Basel and Colico is 209.1 km. The road distance is 392 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Colico via Lugano and Monza in around 6h 33m.