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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Leysin is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Leysin is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Leysin?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Leysin. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Versmont via Lausanne and Aigle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Basel to Leysin?

The distance between Basel and Leysin is 221 km. The road distance is 205.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Leysin without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Basel to Leysin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Leysin train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Leysin?

The best way to get from Basel to Leysin is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 60 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Basel to Leysin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Leysin?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Leysin is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Basel to Leysin.

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

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Where can I stay near Leysin?

There are 2625+ hotels available in Leysin.

Basel to Leysin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 train

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Leysin 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 Lausannetrain Ic51
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Aigletrain R1 / ...
4h 8m
CHF 65–94
Drive 205.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Leysincar 205.4 km
2h 25m
CHF 33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Lausannebus FlixBus N839
6h 21m
CHF 48–60
Train, line 30 train, line 175 bus
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Spieztrain Ic6 / ...
2. Take the train from Zweisimmen to Château-d'Oextrain 30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Château-d'Oex, gare to Leysin, place du Marchébus 175
6h 25m
CHF 37–99

Basel to Leysin by train

152Weekly Trains

4h 8mAverage Duration

CHF 65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.3 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Versmont via Lausanne and Aigle in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Lausanne 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 15–22 and the journey takes 3h.

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