What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Bernina Express?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Bernina Express is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 50 and takes 10h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Bernina Express?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Bernina Express is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Bernina Express?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Bernina Express. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Ospizio Bernina, Albergo via Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo, Lugano, Stazione Nord and St. Moritz, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Bernina Express?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Bernina Express. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Ospizio Bernina via Chur and St. Moritz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Basel to Bernina Express?

The distance between Basel and Bernina Express is 306 km. The road distance is 296 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Bernina Express without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Bernina Express without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Bernina Express?

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Basel to Bernina Express, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Bernina Express bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Bernina Express train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Bernina Express?

The best way to get from Basel to Bernina Express is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 50 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Basel to Bernina Express bus arrive?

Basel to Bernina Express bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Basel to Bernina Express train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Bernina Express?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Bernina Express is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Basel to Bernina Express.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Bernina Express?

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Basel to Bernina Express - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Bernina Express by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to ChurIc3 / ...
2. Take the train from Chur to St. MoritzIr38 / ...
6h 27m
CHF 50–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to LuganoN474 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to St. Moritz, Bahnhof631
10h 20m
CHF 35–48
Drive 296 km
1. Drive from Basel to Bernina Express296 km
3h 37m
CHF 47–68
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBIce / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to ChurIc3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chur to St. MoritzGex / ...
6h 49m
CHF 78–143

Basel to Bernina Express by train and foot

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6h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 305.7 km
Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Bernina Express, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Bernina Express via Chur, St. Moritz, and Ospizio Bernina in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Bernina Express via Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo, Lugano, Stazione, Lugano, Stazione Nord, St. Moritz, Bahnhof, and Ospizio Bernina, Albergo in around 10h 20m.

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