Trains from Rome to Basel

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Date Tomorrow
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Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ $193.62 €168.91
  • Average duration 8h 25m
  • Connections per day 8
  • Distance 739 km
  • CO₂ per person 10 kg

train from Rome to Basel

The journey from Rome to Basel is about 739 km. On average a train trip takes 8h 25m with 8 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ $193.62 €168.91
Trip duration 8h 25m
Connections per day 8
Lowest price ≈ $193.62 €168.91
Highest price ≈ $376.53 €328.47
First departure 06:25 AM
Last departure 02:20 PM
Distance 739 km
Departure Rome
Arrival Basel
Travel operator Frecciarossa, Intercity
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Trenitalia51.73 kg CO₂
07:20Rome Termini
7h 33m
15:28Basilea SBB
≈ $240.72 €210.00
1 changes
EuroCity51.73 kg CO₂
07:20Rome Termini
7h 33m
15:28Basel Sbb
≈ $260.21 €227.00
1 changes
EuroCity51.73 kg CO₂
06:00Rome Termini
8h 36m
14:56Basel Sbb
≈ $260.21 €227.00
1 changes

Next departures from Rome to Basel

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

Trenitalia ≈ $181.26 €158.13
06:25 Rome Termini
7h 17m · 1 changes
14:28 Olten, Bahnhof
Trenitalia ≈ $231.58 €202.02
07:20 Rome Termini
7h 33m · 1 changes
15:28 Basel SBB
Trenitalia ≈ $209.90 €183.11
10:22 Rome Termini
11h 40m · 2 changes
22:39 Basel SBB
DB - Intercity ≈ $201.92 €176.15
10:22 Rome Termini
11h 5m · 2 changes
22:04 Olten, Bahnhof
Trenitalia ≈ $338.81 €295.57
11:20 Rome Termini
7h 10m · 1 changes
19:05 Olten, Bahnhof
Trenitalia ≈ $231.58 €202.02
14:20 Rome Termini
7h 44m · 1 changes
22:39 Basel SBB
Trenitalia ≈ $223.60 €195.06
14:20 Rome Termini
7h 9m · 1 changes
22:04 Olten, Bahnhof
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

Frecciarossa, operated by Trenitalia, the national railway company, is a renowned high-speed train service in Italy. FRECCIAROSSA trains, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, connect major cities including Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, and Turin.
Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane is the owner of Trenitalia, which serves as the main train operator in Italy. The high-speed Frecciarossa trains link Milan, Rome, Naples, Florence, and Turin at speeds of up to 300 km/h (186 mph). Frecciargento and Frecciabianca are two other high-speed services that operate at slightly slower rates but provide connectivity to smaller cities and towns. Trenitalia operates regional and intercity train, and provides international connections to neighboring countries through EuroCity trains.

Ticket types and services from Rome to Basel

Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Rome to Basel.

Standard

Standard is the basic level of service and includes a comfortable seat and access to basic onboard services. Coaches 5-8 are for the Standard level with seats covered in gray eco-leather.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Premium

Premium service includes a wider seat, more legroom, and access to additional amenities such as a welcome drink and a choice of newspapers. Coach 4 on the Frecciarossa 1000 train is reserved for the Premium level.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Executive

Executive is the highest level of service and includes all of the amenities of the Business level, as well as a personal entertainment system, and gourmet meals served by a dedicated onboard chef.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Business

Business service is designed for business travelers and includes all of the amenities of the Premium level, as well as access to a dedicated Business Lounge and priority boarding. Coaches 2 and 3 of Frecciarossa 1000 are reserved for the Business level of service.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Quiet zone
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
On Frecciarossa trains, free WiFi is available. Use their Portale FRECCE service to watch movies, TV, and catch up on news. It also provides travel updates and additional booking options.
Quiet zone
Seek serenity? Frecciarossa offers designated quiet zones for Business Class to ensure a peaceful journey, free from distractions.
Power sockets
No matter the model – be it ETR 500, ETR 600, ETR 700, or ETR 1000 – every seat comes with its power socket to keep your devices charged.
Luggage
On Frecciarossa trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility
Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad.
Food and drink
Satiate your hunger at the FrecciaBistrò, stationed at the train's center. Or, for added convenience, order directly to your seat through the Portale FRECCE's EasyBistrò. Premium and Business Class travelers receive complimentary snacks and drinks, while Executive Class passengers delight in gourmet meals curated by chef Carlo Cracc.
Air conditioning
No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning.
Bicycle
Folding bikes are allowed as hand luggage, while non-folding bikes need to be disassembled and placed in travel cases shown to the conductor or platform staff before boarding, and stowed in a specific part of the train.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 51.73kg
bus 55.43kg
flight 147.8kg
carpool 118.24kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Rome to Basel?

The train journey between Rome and Basel emits 51.73kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Rome and Basel?

Taking the train between Rome and Basel saves 96.07kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 3.7kg compared to the bus and 66.51kg compared to the car.

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