What is the cheapest way to get from Alba to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Alba to Basel is to train and bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 8h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alba to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Alba to Basel is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct bus between Alba and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba to Basel. However, there are services departing from Alba - Autostazione and arriving at Basel SBB via Fermata 3300 - MOLINETTE EST and Turin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Alba and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Alba to Basel. However, there are services departing from Alba and arriving at Basel SBB via Torino Porta Susa, Milano Centrale and Arth-Goldau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Alba to Basel?

The distance between Alba and Basel is 531 km. The road distance is 460.7 km.

How do I travel from Alba to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Alba to Basel without a car is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 210.

How long does it take to get from Alba to Basel?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Alba to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba to Basel bus from?

Alba to Basel bus services, operated by AUTOLINEE GIACHINO S.r.l., depart from Alba - Autostazione station.

Where do I catch the Alba to Basel train from?

Alba to Basel train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Alba station.

Train or bus from Alba to Basel?

The best way to get from Alba to Basel is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 38m.

Where does the Alba to Basel bus arrive?

Alba to Basel bus services, operated by AUTOLINEE GIACHINO S.r.l., arrive at Torino - Piazza Carducci station.

Where does the Alba to Basel train arrive?

Alba to Basel train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Torino Porta Susa station.

Can I drive from Alba to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba to Basel is 461 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Alba to Basel.

How do I get a train ticket from Alba to Basel?

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Alba to Basel - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Alba to Basel by train (Trenitalia), train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arth-Goldautrain Ec
4. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Basel SBBtrain Ec
8h 21m
CHF 71–209
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the bus from Turin to Basel SBBbus N506 / ...
8h 35m
CHF 35–54
Drive 460.7 km
1. Drive from Alba to Baselcar 460.7 km
5h 38m
CHF 72–104
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Aeroporto Di Caselletrain
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Basel (BSL)plane TRN - BSL
7h 40m
CHF 81–194
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alba - Autostazione to Torino - Piazza Carduccibus 47
2. Take the bus from Turin to Basel SBBbus N506 / ...
9h 38m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Asti - Asti Ovest to Bernbus
2. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBtrain Ic6 / ...
12h 24m
CHF 61–97
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Novaratrain
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
8h 46m
CHF 106–262

Alba to Basel by train

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8h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 531.2 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Alba, Piemonte, Italy and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Alba to Basel SBB via Torino Porta Susa, Milano Centrale, and Arth-Goldau in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alba - Autostazione to Basel SBB via Torino - Piazza Carducci, Fermata 3300 - MOLINETTE EST, Fermata 619 - SAN PAOLO, and Turin in around 9h 38m.

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