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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 2h 54m.

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, Lugano, Stazione and Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Ascona to Basel?

The distance between Ascona and Basel is 253 km. The road distance is 258.4 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 4m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 Trenord, depart from Locarno 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 4m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Ascona to Basel bus arrive?

Ascona to Basel bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Lugano 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 1335+ 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

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

Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Basel SBBtrain Ic21 / ...
4h 4m
CHF 26–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno to Luganobus Bus
2. Take the bus from Lugano to Baselbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 51m
Drive 258.4 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Baselcar 258.4 km
2h 54m
CHF 42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Basel SBBtrain Ir26
5h 38m
CHF 77–123

Ascona to Basel by bus and train

127Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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 75–230 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Basel via Locarno, Piazza Stazione, Locarno, Lugano, Lugano, Stazione, Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo, and Lugano in around 6h 51m.

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