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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Erstfeld is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 30 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Erstfeld is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Erstfeld?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Erstfeld. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Basel to Erstfeld?

The distance between Basel and Erstfeld is 150 km. The road distance is 142.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Erstfeld without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Erstfeld takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Basel to Erstfeld train from?

Basel to Erstfeld train services, operated by Südostbahn, depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Erstfeld?

The best way to get from Basel to Erstfeld is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 30 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Basel to Erstfeld train arrive?

Basel to Erstfeld train services, operated by Südostbahn, arrive at Erstfeld station.

Can I drive from Basel to Erstfeld?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Erstfeld is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Basel to Erstfeld.

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

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Where can I stay near Erstfeld?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Erstfeld by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Erstfeldtrain Ir26
2h 20m
CHF 40–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brunnen, Bahnhofbus Senise
3h 48m
CHF 16–30
Drive 142.6 km
1. Drive from Basel to Erstfeldcar 142.6 km
1h 31m
CHF 23–33
Train via Arth-Goldau
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Arth-Goldautrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Erstfeldtrain Ir46 / ...
2h 31m
CHF 20–139

Basel to Erstfeld by train

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Südostbahn operates a train from Basel SBB to Erstfeld every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 40–65 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brunnen, Bahnhof twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 10 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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