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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Ispra is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 11h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Ispra is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Ispra?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Ispra. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Ispra, Mazzini 59,banca via Como San Giovanni Stazione FS, Como - Stazione FNM and Varese, Kennedy,Autostazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Ispra?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Ispra. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Ispra via Brig, Domodossola and Sesto Calende. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Basel to Ispra?

The distance between Basel and Ispra is 316 km. The road distance is 301 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Ispra without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €23 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Basel to Ispra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Ispra bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Ispra train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Ispra?

The best way to get from Basel to Ispra is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €23 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus via Como, which costs €22 - €80 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Basel to Ispra bus arrive?

Basel to Ispra bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Como station.

Where does the Basel to Ispra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Ispra?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Ispra is 301 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Basel to Ispra.

Where can I stay near Ispra?

There are 3351+ hotels available in Ispra.

Basel to Ispra - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Basel to Ispra by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
5h 42m
€23–112
Bus via Como
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Comobus 1524
8h 5m
€22–78
Drive 301 km
1. Drive from Basel to Ispracar 301 km
3h 37m
€53–76
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Varesetrain
5h 56m
€110–270
Train via Brig
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Brigtrain Ic6 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Sesto Calendetrain Re 4
6h 8m
€29–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel to Como Grandatebus
11h 36m
€32–45

Basel to Ispra by train and bus

84Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.7 km
Duration: 5h 42m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Lugano every 2 hours. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 2h 55m. SBB GmbH also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Como 6 times a week. Tickets cost €18–75 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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