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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Bellinzona is to bus via Castione, Stazione which costs SFr 18 - SFr 21 and takes 5h 31m.

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 bus between Basel and Bellinzona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel and arriving at Bellinzona Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h.

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 39m.

How far is it from Basel to Bellinzona?

The distance between Basel and Bellinzona is 229 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 39m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 90.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona takes 2h 39m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Bellinzona bus from?

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

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 39m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus via Castione, Stazione, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 21 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Basel to Bellinzona bus arrive?

Basel to Bellinzona bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Castione-Arbedo station.

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?

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Basel to Bellinzona - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 39m
CHF 17–90
Bus via Castione, Stazione
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-Arbedobus Senise
5h 31m
CHF 19–21
Drive 236.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Bellinzonacar 236.8 km
2h 34m
CHF 38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basilea Badisher to Bellinzona Sudbus
6h 24m
CHF 48–49
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Basel to Bellinzona Stationbus
7h
CHF 22–35

Basel to Bellinzona by train

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Distance: 228.5 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–90 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-Arbedo twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 17 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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