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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Biasca is to bus which costs SFr 18 - SFr 21 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Biasca is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Biasca?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Biasca. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at Biasca, Stazione via Castione, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Biasca?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Biasca. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Basel to Biasca?

The distance between Basel and Biasca is 248 km. The road distance is 216.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Biasca without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 19m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Basel to Biasca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Biasca bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Biasca train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Biasca?

The best way to get from Basel to Biasca is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 19m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 21 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Basel to Biasca bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Biasca train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Biasca?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Biasca is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Basel to Biasca.

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

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Where can I stay near Biasca?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Biasca by train, bus, 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.

Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BellinzonaIc21 / ...
3h 19m
CHF 19–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-ArbedoSenise
5h 30m
CHF 19–21
Drive 216.6 km
1. Drive from Basel to Biasca216.6 km
2h 21m
CHF 35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BiascaIr26
3h 41m

Basel to Biasca by train

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Distance: 247.7 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Biasca, 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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