Venice to Basel train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Venice to Basel by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Venice to Basel take around 6 hours and 57 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 431 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Venice is scheduled to depart at around  00:01. The last departure is usually at around 21:05 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Venice at around 00:08, with the last train leaving at around 21:05. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 41 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$94.02.

We think any time is a great time to visit Basel, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Basel.

Is there a direct train from Venice to Basel?

The journey between Venice and Basel usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Venice to Basel every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Venice to Basel?

The Venice to Basel train travel takes about 6 hours and 57 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Venice to Basel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Basel leaving Venice at around 00:01 and the last train leaving at around 21:05 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Venice at around 00:08, with the final departure at 21:05.