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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Ghiffa is to bus via Bellinzona which costs €35 - €55 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Ghiffa is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Ghiffa?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Ghiffa. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Ghiffa via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Basel to Ghiffa?

The distance between Basel and Ghiffa is 302 km. The road distance is 290 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Ghiffa without a car is to train via Domodossola which takes 5h 58m and costs €65 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Basel to Ghiffa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Ghiffa bus from?

Basel to Ghiffa bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Ghiffa?

The best way to get from Basel to Ghiffa is to train via Domodossola which takes 5h 58m and costs €65 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Basel to Ghiffa bus arrive?

Basel to Ghiffa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Can I drive from Basel to Ghiffa?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Ghiffa is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Basel to Ghiffa.

Where can I stay near Ghiffa?

There are 3792+ hotels available in Ghiffa.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Ghiffa 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 via Domodossola
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Domodossolatrain Ec
5h 58m
€65–181
Bus via Bellinzona
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel to Bellinzona Stationbus
10h 31m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Milanbus N474
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 35
9h 4m
€48–74
Drive 290 km
1. Drive from Basel to Ghiffacar 290 km
3h 27m
€50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
6h 50m

Basel to Ghiffa by train and bus

1Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.6 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Ghiffa, Italy?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Domodossola once a week. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Ghiffa via Milan, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2, and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio in around 9h 4m.

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