The average train between Basel and Loano takes 12h 2m and the fastest train takes 8h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Loano. 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 5 times a day between Basel and Loano. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Loano at 12:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Lugano and take an average of 12h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 39m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Basel to Loano? 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 Loano. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB station and arriving at Finale Ligure Marina station via Lugano station and Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.
Basel to Loano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Loano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Finale Ligure Marina station.
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The distance between Basel and Loano is 385 km. The road distance is 534 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Loano via Lugano, Milano Centrale, and Finale Ligure Marina in around 9h 2m.