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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Aarau is to bus which costs SFr 5 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Aarau is to train which takes 37 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 25.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Aarau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at Aarau. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Aarau?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Aarau. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Basel to Aarau?

The distance between Basel and Aarau is 48 km. The road distance is 55.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Aarau without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 25.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Aarau takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Aarau bus from?

Basel to Aarau bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Aarau train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Aarau?

The best way to get from Basel to Aarau is to train which takes 37 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 5 and takes 1h.

Where does the Basel to Aarau bus arrive?

Basel to Aarau bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Aarau station.

Where does the Basel to Aarau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Aarau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Aarau is 55 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Basel to Aarau.

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

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Where can I stay near Aarau?

There are 451+ hotels available in Aarau.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Aarau by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Basel to Aarau by train

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37 minAverage Duration

CHF 13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.3 km
Duration: 37 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Aarau hourly. Tickets cost CHF 13–25 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Aarau twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 5 and the journey takes 1h.

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