What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel is to bus and line 200 bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 6h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Lindau-Insel?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Lindau-Insel. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lindau-Insel via Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lindau-Insel?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lindau-Insel. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lindau-Insel via Zürich HB and Bregenz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Basel to Lindau-Insel?

The distance between Basel and Lindau-Insel is 219 km. The road distance is 199.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Lindau-Insel without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €70 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lindau-Insel bus from?

Basel to Lindau-Insel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lindau-Insel train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Lindau-Insel?

The best way to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €70 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus and line 200 bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Basel to Lindau-Insel bus arrive?

Basel to Lindau-Insel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Friedrichshafen station.

Where does the Basel to Lindau-Insel train arrive?

Basel to Lindau-Insel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Basel to Lindau-Insel?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lindau-Insel is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Basel to Lindau-Insel.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Lindau-Insel?

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Where can I stay near Lindau-Insel?

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Basel to Lindau-Insel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 200 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Lindau-Insel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bregenztrain Ec
4h 12m
€74–227
Bus, line 200 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Friedrichshafenbus FlixBus 006
2. Take the bus from Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof to Lindau-Inselbus 200
6h 1m
€20–32
Drive 199.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Lindau-Inselcar 199.4 km
2h 38m
€36–51
Train via Radolfzell
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Radolfzell Bahnhoftrain Re72
2. Take the train from Radolfzell Bahnhof to Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhoftrain Rb31 / ...
6h 46m
€34–50

Basel to Lindau-Insel by train

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Distance: 219 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Lindau-Insel, Germany?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Lindau-Insel via Zürich HB and Bregenz in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Lindau-Insel via Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof in around 6h 1m.

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