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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Bellinzona is to bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 85 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Bellinzona is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Bellinzona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Bellinzona. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Basel to Bellinzona?

The distance between Basel and Bellinzona is 228 km. The road distance is 236.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Bellinzona without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 220.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Bellinzona train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Bellinzona?

The best way to get from Basel to Bellinzona is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 85 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Basel to Bellinzona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Bellinzona?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Bellinzona is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Basel to Bellinzona.

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

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Where can I stay near Bellinzona?

There are 2932+ hotels available in Bellinzona.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Bellinzona by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2h 38m
CHF 16–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 24m
CHF 20–80
Drive 236.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Bellinzonacar 236.8 km
2h 34m
CHF 38–55

Basel to Bellinzona by train

130Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 70–220 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 15–28 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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