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 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 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 Aarau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Ascona to Basel?

The distance between Ascona and Basel is 245 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 via Aarau which takes 4h 31m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m 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 Locarno station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Basel?

The best way to get from Ascona to Basel is to train via Aarau which takes 4h 31m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 140. 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 Aarau 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.

How do I get a train ticket from Ascona to 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, bus, or car

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 Aarau
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Aarautrain Ic
2. Take the train from Aarau to Basel SBBtrain Ir37 / ...
4h 31m
CHF 74–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Baselbus
7h 49m
CHF 27–43
Drive 258.2 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Baselcar 258.2 km
2h 54m
CHF 42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Basel SBBtrain Ir26
5h 39m

Ascona to Basel by train

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4h 31mAverage Duration

CHF 74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Solduno to Basel SBB via Locarno FART, Locarno, and Aarau in around 4h 31m. 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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