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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Ghiffa is to bus and drive which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 8m.

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 €50 - €75.

How far is it from Basel to Ghiffa?

The distance between Basel and Ghiffa is 353 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 and taxi which takes 6h 5m and costs €180 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Basel to Ghiffa, including transfers.

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 3621+ hotels available in Ghiffa.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Ghiffa by bus, car, train, taxi, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Luganobus N474 / ...
2. Drive from Lugano to Ghiffacar
5h 8m
€35–50
Train, ferry via Lugano
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Locarno to Ghiffaferry 201
6h 55m
€31–140
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Calde to Ghiffataxi
6h 5m
€183–307
Drive 290 km
1. Drive from Basel to Ghiffacar 290 km
3h 27m
€51–73
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
2. Take the ferry from Locarno to Ghiffaferry 201
7h 39m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 352.6 km
Duration: 5h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Basel to Ghiffa. However, you can take the bus to Lugano then drive to Ghiffa. Alternatively, you can take the train to Bellinzona, take the train to Cadenazzo, take the train to Calde, then take the taxi to Ghiffa.

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