What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Glacier Express?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Glacier Express is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Glacier Express?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Glacier Express is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Glacier Express?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Glacier Express. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Preda via Chur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Basel to Glacier Express?

The distance between Basel and Glacier Express is 270 km. The road distance is 250.6 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Glacier Express without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Glacier Express without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Basel to Glacier Express?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Basel to Glacier Express, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Glacier Express train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Glacier Express train arrive?

Basel to Glacier Express train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Chur station.

Can I drive from Basel to Glacier Express?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Glacier Express is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Basel to Glacier Express.

Where can I stay near Glacier Express?

There are 1368+ hotels available in Glacier Express.

Basel to Glacier Express - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Glacier Express by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Churtrain Ic3 / ...
2. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain Ir38 / ...
5h 2m
Drive 250.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Glacier Expresscar 250.6 km
2h 57m
CHF 41–59
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain Ic3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain R38
5h 24m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel to Glacier Express.

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Distance: 270.3 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Glacier Express, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Glacier Express via Chur and Preda in around 5h 2m.

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