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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Arbois is to bus and train which costs €18 - €40 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Arbois is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Arbois?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Arbois. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Arbois via Mulhouse Ville, Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv and Besancon Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Basel to Arbois?

The distance between Basel and Arbois is 217 km. The road distance is 185.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Arbois without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 37m and costs €18 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Basel to Arbois, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Arbois train from?

Basel to Arbois train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Mulhouse Ville station.

Where does the Basel to Arbois train arrive?

Basel to Arbois train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv station.

Can I drive from Basel to Arbois?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Arbois is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Basel to Arbois.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbois?

There are 379+ hotels available in Arbois.

Basel to Arbois - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Arbois by bus, train, train (TGV), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
2. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Arboistrain Ter
4h 37m
€19–39
Train
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Arboistrain Ter
4h 54m
€39–107
Drive 185.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Arboiscar 185.5 km
2h 41m
€32–47

Basel to Arbois by bus and train

7Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 217.1 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Arbois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Arbois via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv, and Besancon Viotte in around 4h 54m.

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