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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Capolago is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Capolago is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Capolago?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Capolago. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Capolago-Riva S. Vitale via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Basel to Capolago?

The distance between Basel and Capolago is 266 km. The road distance is 276.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Capolago without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Basel to Capolago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Capolago train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Capolago?

The best way to get from Basel to Capolago is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Basel to Capolago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Capolago?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Capolago is 276 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Basel to Capolago.

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

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Where can I stay near Capolago?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuganoIc21 / ...
3h 17m
CHF 20–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to LuganoN474 / ...
4h 43m
CHF 27–44
Drive 276.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Capolago276.1 km
2h 56m
CHF 44–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Capolago-Riva S.Vitale
5h 21m
CHF 87–232
Train via Biasca
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BiascaIr26
2. Take the train from Biasca to Capolago-Riva S.VitaleTrenord / ...
5h 1m

Basel to Capolago by train

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Distance: 266.4 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Lugano every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–100 and the journey takes 2h 55m. SBB GmbH also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 22–30 and the journey takes 4h.

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