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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Kriens is to drive which costs SFr 15 - SFr 23 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Kriens is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

How far is it from Basel to Kriens?

The distance between Basel and Kriens is 96 km. The road distance is 99 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Kriens without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Basel to Kriens, including transfers.

Can I drive from Basel to Kriens?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Kriens is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Basel to Kriens.

Where can I stay near Kriens?

There are 656+ hotels available in Kriens.

Basel to Kriens - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Kriens by train 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
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
1h 15m
CHF 32–48
Drive 99 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Krienscar 99 km
1h 3m
CHF 16–23
Train via Gelterkinden
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Gelterkindentrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Gelterkinden to Luzerntrain Ir27
2h 19m
CHF 32–91

Basel to Kriens by train and bus

137Weekly Services

1h 15mAverage Duration

CHF 32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.8 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Luzern every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 30–90 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Südostbahn also services this route every 4 hours.

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