What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Chillon Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Chillon Castle is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 45 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Chillon Castle?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Chillon Castle is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Chillon Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Chillon Castle. However, there are services departing from Basel, Brausebad and arriving at Veytaux, château de Chillon via Basel Euroairport FR, Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome and Vevey, gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Chillon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Chillon Castle. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Veytaux-Chillon via Renens VD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Basel to Chillon Castle?

The distance between Basel and Chillon Castle is 205 km. The road distance is 185.8 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Chillon Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Chillon Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 210.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Chillon Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Basel to Chillon Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Chillon Castle bus from?

Basel to Chillon Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel Euroairport FR station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Chillon Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Chillon Castle?

The best way to get from Basel to Chillon Castle is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 60 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Basel to Chillon Castle bus arrive?

Basel to Chillon Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Basel to Chillon Castle train arrive?

Basel to Chillon Castle train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Renens VD station.

Can I drive from Basel to Chillon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Chillon Castle is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Basel to Chillon Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Chillon Castle?

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Where can I stay near Chillon Castle?

There are 1419+ hotels available in Chillon Castle.

Basel to Chillon Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Basel to Chillon Castle

Rome2Rio compared 3 ways to get from Basel to Chillon Castle. The best route is Train, a distance of 136.334 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain Ic51
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Veytaux-Chillontrain R1 / ...
3h 42m
CHF 72–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Lausannebus FlixBus N839
5h 47m
CHF 31–57
Drive 185.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Chillon Castlecar 185.8 km
1h 58m
CHF 31–45

Basel to Chillon Castle by train and foot

148Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

CHF 72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.8 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Chillon Castle, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Chillon Castle via Renens VD and Veytaux-Chillon in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Lausanne 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 14–24 and the journey takes 3h.

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