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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Kriens is to bus which costs SFr 14 - SFr 22 and takes 4h 58m.

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.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Kriens?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Kriens. However, there are services departing from Basel and arriving at Kriens, Schachenstrasse via Luzern, Kantonalbank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

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 30m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Basel to Kriens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Kriens bus from?

Basel to Kriens bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Basel station.

Train or bus from Basel to Kriens?

The best way to get from Basel to Kriens is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 14 - SFr 22 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Basel to Kriens bus arrive?

Basel to Kriens bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Lucerne station.

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 570+ hotels available in Kriens.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Kriens by train, bus, or car

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Basel to Kriens by train and bus

227Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Luzern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 20–45 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Südostbahn also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Basel to Lucerne twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–18 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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