What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Milan?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Milan is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Milan?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Milan is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Milan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Milan?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Milan. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Milano Centrale via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Basel to Milan?

The distance between Basel and Milan is 328 km. The road distance is 338.5 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Milan without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Milan without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €45 - €350.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Milan?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Basel to Milan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Milan bus from?

Basel to Milan bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Milan train from?

Basel to Milan train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Milan?

The best way to get from Basel to Milan is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €45 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €110 - €380 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Basel to Milan bus arrive?

Basel to Milan bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Basel to Milan train arrive?

Basel to Milan train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Basel to Milan?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Milan is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Basel to Milan.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Milan?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Milan?

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Where can I stay near Milan?

There are 14150+ hotels available in Milan.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Milan?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Milan. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 8 ways to get from Basel to Milan by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
4h 53m
€47–345
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Milanrideshare 338.6 km
4h 18m
€20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 30m
€30–55
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Porta Garibalditrain
4h 25m
€108–299
Train via Como
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ec
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Como S. Giovannitrain S10 / ...
3. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S11
5h 8m
€25–350
Bus via Duomo M1
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Milanbus FlixBus N524 / ...
5h 35m
€28–47
Drive 338.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Milancar 338.5 km
3h 39m
€59–85
Fly Basel to Milan Linate Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane BSL - LIN
5h 37m
€114–377

Basel to Milan by train

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Distance: 328.4 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Milano Centrale via Lugano in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano twice daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Onebus also services this route once a week.

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