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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lax is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lax is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lax?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lax. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lax via Brig Bahnhofplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Basel to Lax?

The distance between Basel and Lax is 217 km. The road distance is 215.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Lax without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Basel to Lax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lax train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Lax train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Lax?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lax is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Basel to Lax.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Lax?

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Where can I stay near Lax?

There are 837+ hotels available in Lax.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Lax by train, bus, 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 BrigIc6 / ...
3h 6m
CHF 22–110
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to BernFlixBus N872 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to BrigIc8 / ...
4h 17m
CHF 42–78
Drive 215.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Lax215.5 km
2h 48m
CHF 35–50

Basel to Lax by train

92Weekly Trains

3h 6mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.8 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Brig every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–95 and the journey takes 2h 17m. SBB GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.

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