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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Avenches is to bus which costs SFr 15 - SFr 23 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Avenches is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 30.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Avenches?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Avenches. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Avenches, gare via Bern and Payerne, gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Avenches?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Avenches. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Avenches via Bern and Kerzers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Basel to Avenches?

The distance between Basel and Avenches is 137 km. The road distance is 133.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Avenches without a car is to train via Bern which takes 2h 39m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Basel to Avenches, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Avenches bus from?

Basel to Avenches bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Avenches train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Avenches?

The best way to get from Basel to Avenches is to train via Bern which takes 2h 39m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 15 - SFr 23 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Basel to Avenches bus arrive?

Basel to Avenches bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bern station.

Where does the Basel to Avenches train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Avenches?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Avenches is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Basel to Avenches.

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

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Where can I stay near Avenches?

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Basel to Avenches - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 535 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Avenches by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bern
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
2h 39m
CHF 32–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Bernbus FlixBus N872 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bern to Payernebus
3h 24m
CHF 15–22
Drive 133.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Avenchescar 133.7 km
1h 23m
CHF 21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain Ic51
2h 41m
CHF 30–54
Train, line 535 bus
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/Biennetrain
2. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Instrain S37
3. Take the bus from Ins, Bahnhof to Avenches, garebus 535
3h 46m

Basel to Avenches by train

132Weekly Trains

2h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.3 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 24–45 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Avenches, gare via Bern, Payerne, and Payerne, gare in around 3h 24m.

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