Basel to Sesto Calende by train

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Overview: trains from Basel to Sesto Calende

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basel to Sesto Calende, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:21 View journey
Last train 18:59 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 11m View journey
Distance (km) 218
Trains / day 7 View all
Cheapest journey US$108.10 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 11m
Train operators 33

Travelling from Basel to Sesto Calende by train

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

The fastest trains from Basel to Sesto Calende take around 4 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 218 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around  06:21. The last departure is usually at around 17:31 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 06:28, with the last train leaving at around 18:59. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 hours and 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$107.93.

We think any time is a great time to visit Sesto Calende, 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 Sesto Calende.

Is there a direct train from Basel to Sesto Calende?

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

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Basel to Sesto Calende?

The Basel to Sesto Calende train travel takes about 4 hours and 11 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to Sesto Calende train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Sesto Calende leaving Basel at around 06:21 and the last train leaving at around 17:31 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 06:28, with the final departure at 18:59.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.