What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 15m and costs €28 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lake Maggiore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Locarno. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Basel to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Basel and Lake Maggiore is 249 km. The road distance is 311.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Lake Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 15m and costs €28 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lake Maggiore train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Lake Maggiore?

The best way to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 15m and costs €28 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 6h.

Where does the Basel to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

Basel to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Basel to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lake Maggiore is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Basel to Lake Maggiore.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Lake Maggiore?

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Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

There are 5109+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore.

Basel to Lake Maggiore - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Lake Maggiore 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 via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BellinzonaIc21 / ...
3h 15m
€28–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-ArbedoSenise
6h
€26–31
Drive 311.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Stresa311.4 km
3h 51m
€54–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)ZRH - MXP
5h 1m
€122–302
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to LocarnoIr26
4h 24m

Basel to Lake Maggiore by train

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Distance: 249.5 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Lake Maggiore, Italy?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 2 hours. Tickets cost €55–100 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-Arbedo twice a week. Tickets cost €18 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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