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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 25 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Locarno?

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 Locarno?

The distance between Basel and Locarno is 249 km. The road distance is 256.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 15m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Locarno?

The best way to get from Basel to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 15m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 25 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Basel to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Locarno is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Basel to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Locarno.

Basel to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Locarno by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BellinzonaIc21 / ...
3h 15m
CHF 26–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-ArbedoSenise
6h 1m
CHF 21–25
Drive 256.2 km
1. Drive from Basel to Locarno256.2 km
2h 50m
CHF 41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to LocarnoIr26
4h 24m

Basel to Locarno by train

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Distance: 249.5 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–90 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 CHF 17 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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