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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Basel. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Basel via Locarno, Rotonda and Bellinzona Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Basel. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Basel SBB via Locarno and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Ascona to Basel?

The distance between Ascona and Basel is 252 km. The road distance is 258.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Ascona to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Basel bus from?

Ascona to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Bellinzona Station.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Basel train from?

Ascona to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Bellinzona station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Basel?

The best way to get from Ascona to Basel is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Ascona to Basel bus arrive?

Ascona to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Basel station.

Where does the Ascona to Basel train arrive?

Ascona to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Basel is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Ascona to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Ascona to Basel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Basel SBBIc21 / ...
3h 59m
CHF 27–107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Basel
7h 49m
CHF 27–43
Drive 258.2 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Basel258.2 km
2h 53m
CHF 42–60
Train via Oftringen
1. Take the train from Locarno to ZofingenIc
2. Take the train from Zofingen to Basel SBBIr27 / ...
5h 11m
CHF 78–143

Ascona to Basel by train

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Distance: 251.8 km
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Bellinzona to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 55–90 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Basel twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–35 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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