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

The cheapest way to get from Alba to Basel is to bus and train which costs SFr 65 - SFr 110 and takes 12h 23m.

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 34m.

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 and Rho-Fiera Milano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Alba to Basel?

The distance between Alba and Basel is 550 km. The road distance is 461.6 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 7h 34m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m 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 S.p.A., 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 7h 34m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 34m.

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 S.p.A., arrive at Torino Porta Susa station.

Can I drive from Alba to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba to Basel is 462 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Alba to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, 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 SusaRe
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Rho-Fiera MilanoFr
3. Take the train from Rho-Fiera Milano to Basel SbbEc
7h 34m
CHF 83–173
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asti - Asti Ovest to Bern
2. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
12h 23m
CHF 66–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alba - Autostazione to Torino - Piazza Carducci47
2. Take the bus from Turin to Basel SBBN506 / ...
9h 34m
Drive 461.6 km
1. Drive from Alba to Basel461.6 km
5h 38m
CHF 74–106
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susa
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
4. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MXP - ZRH
5. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
8h 11m
CHF 99–290
Train via Arth
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta SusaRe
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arth-GoldauEc
4. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Basel SBBEc
8h 11m
CHF 68–208

Alba to Basel by train

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7h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 550.1 km
Duration: 7h 34m

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 and Rho-Fiera Milano in around 7h 34m. 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 34m.

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