The average train between Basel and Magenta takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Magenta. 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 Magenta. 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 Magenta at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Bellinzona and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Magenta? 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 Magenta. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Magenta station via Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Basel to Magenta train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Magenta train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Rho station.
The distance between Basel and Magenta is 253.5 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Magenta via Bellinzona, Varese, and Rho in around 6h 5m.