Explore Malpensa Airport to Basel by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Malpensa Airport to Basel aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of train tickets between Malpensa Airport and Basel

The cheapest train tickets from Malpensa Airport to Basel start at US$88.30. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Malpensa Airport to Basel is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train timetable for travel between Malpensa Airport and Basel

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Malpensa Airport to Basel by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:26

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:19

  • First daily departure (weekend): 02:21

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:19

  • Average number of daily trains: 23 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 30 minutes

Average train travel time and distance from Malpensa Airport to Basel

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 4 hours and 10 minutes, spanning 230 kilometres in total.

Booking time frame: Malpensa Airport to Basel trains

Tickets for travel to Basel along this route are available for purchase 5 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Basel

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Basel.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Malpensa Airport to Basel?

The total distance between Malpensa Airport and Basel is 230 kilometres.

What is the Malpensa Airport to Basel train price?

The lowest price available on this route is US$88.30. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Malpensa Airport to Basel?

Tickets for travel between Malpensa Airport to Basel are available 5 and a half months before departure.

How long does it take to get from Malpensa Airport to Basel?

The fastest jouney takes 4 hours and 10 minutes.