The average train between Genoa and Basel takes 8h and the fastest train takes 6h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Genoa to Basel. 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 4 times a day between Genoa and Basel. The earliest departure is at 8:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genoa is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Basel at 11:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

6h 45m • 1 change
6h 17m • 1 change
7h 19m • 1 change
8h 27m • 1 change
6h 45m • 1 change
6h 17m • 1 change
7h 19m • 1 change
8h 27m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Genoa to Basel? 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 Genoa to Basel. However, there are services departing from Genoa station and arriving at Basel station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.
Genoa to Basel train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova Brignole station.
Genoa to Basel train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Genoa to Basel train tickets online with Trenitalia Intercity and Trenitalia EuroCity.
The distance between Genoa and Basel is 366.3 km. The road distance is 504 km.
You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Basel Sbb via Milano Centrale in around 7h 10m.