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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Chiasso is to bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Chiasso is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Chiasso?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Chiasso. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Chiasso via Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo and Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Chiasso. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Basel to Chiasso?

The distance between Basel and Chiasso is 278 km. The road distance is 287.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Chiasso without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 270.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Chiasso takes 3h 26m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Basel to Chiasso bus from?

Basel to Chiasso bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Chiasso train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Chiasso?

The best way to get from Basel to Chiasso is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Basel to Chiasso bus arrive?

Basel to Chiasso bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Basel to Chiasso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Chiasso?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Chiasso is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Basel to Chiasso.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Chiasso?

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Where can I stay near Chiasso?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Chiasso 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 Chiassotrain Ic21
3h 26m
CHF 95–270
Train via Bellinzona
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Chiassotrain S10 / ...
3h 37m
CHF 19–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 45m
CHF 23–38
Drive 287.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Chiassocar 287.5 km
3h 1m
CHF 47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
5h 3m
CHF 103–343

Basel to Chiasso by train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.7 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Chiasso twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 95–270 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lugano 5 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 19–35 and the journey takes 4h.

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