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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Riva San Vitale takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Riva San Vitale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 20m
Duration
266 km
Distance
CHF 81
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Basel to Riva San Vitale train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Basel and Riva San Vitale. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Riva San Vitale at 12:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    SBB GmbHSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    SBB GmbHSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    SBB GmbHSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 17m • 1 change
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    SBB GmbHSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 44m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Basel to Riva San Vitale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Basel to Riva San Vitale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 266.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Riva San Vitale, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Lugano every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 75–120 and the journey takes 2h 54m. SBB GmbH also services this route once daily.

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