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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Giswil is to drive which costs SFr 20 - SFr 30 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Giswil is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 30.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Giswil?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Giswil. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Giswil via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Basel to Giswil?

The distance between Basel and Giswil is 121 km. The road distance is 124.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Giswil without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Basel to Giswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Giswil train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Giswil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Giswil?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Giswil is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Basel to Giswil.

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

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Where can I stay near Giswil?

There are 567+ hotels available in Giswil.

Basel to Giswil - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Basel to Giswil by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuzernIr27 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to GiswilS5 / ...
2h 7m
CHF 34–58
Drive 124.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Giswil124.4 km
1h 21m
CHF 21–30

Basel to Giswil by train

227Weekly Trains

2h 7mAverage Duration

CHF 34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.8 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Giswil via Luzern in around 2h 7m.

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