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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Ernen is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Ernen is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Ernen?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Ernen. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Fiesch Feriendorf via Brig Bahnhofplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Basel to Ernen?

The distance between Basel and Ernen is 218 km. The road distance is 217.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Ernen without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Basel to Ernen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Ernen train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Ernen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Ernen?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Ernen is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Basel to Ernen.

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

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Where can I stay near Ernen?

There are 837+ hotels available in Ernen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Ernen 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
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BrigIc6 / ...
3h 9m
CHF 23–112
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to BernFlixBus N872 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to BrigIc8 / ...
4h 19m
CHF 42–78
Drive 217.6 km
1. Drive from Basel to Ernen217.6 km
2h 51m
CHF 35–50

Basel to Ernen by train

92Weekly Trains

3h 9mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.4 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Brig every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–95 and the journey takes 2h 17m. SBB GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.

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