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 30 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 45m.

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 54m 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 45m.

How far is it from Ascona to Basel?

The distance between Ascona and Basel is 253 km. The road distance is 258.5 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 via Bellinzona which takes 4h 8m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m 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.

Train or bus from Ascona to Basel?

The best way to get from Ascona to Basel is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 8m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Ascona to Basel bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ascona to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Basel is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Ascona to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1055+ hotels available in Basel.

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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Ascona to Basel by bus and train

127Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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 50–90 and the journey takes 2h 38m. 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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