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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lustenau is to train and line 242 bus which costs €27 - €50 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lustenau is to drive which takes 2h and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Lustenau?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Lustenau. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lustenau Kirchplatz via Zürich Hbf and Hohenems Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lustenau?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lustenau. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Au SG via Sargans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Basel to Lustenau?

The distance between Basel and Lustenau is 227 km. The road distance is 194.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Lustenau without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Lustenau bus from?

Basel to Lustenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lustenau train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Lustenau?

The best way to get from Basel to Lustenau is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Basel to Lustenau bus arrive?

Basel to Lustenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Basel to Lustenau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Lustenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lustenau is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Basel to Lustenau.

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

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Where can I stay near Lustenau?

There are 2053+ hotels available in Lustenau.

Basel to Lustenau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 242 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Lustenau 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 Sarganstrain Ic3 / ...
2. Take the train from Sargans to Au SGtrain S4
3h 15m
Train, line 242 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Schaffhausentrain Re3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to St. Gallentrain S1 / ...
3. Take the bus from St. Gallen, Bahnhof to Rheineck, Bahnhofbus 242
5h 37m
€28–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Stationbus N474 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Hohenemsbus
4h 19m
Drive 194.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Lustenaucar 194.4 km
2h
€34–49
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to St. Gallentrain Ic1 / ...
4h 10m
€43–92

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel to Lustenau.

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Distance: 226.8 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Lustenau, Austria?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Au SG via Sargans in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Lustenau Kirchplatz via Zurich Bus Station, Zürich Hbf, and Hohenems Bahnhof in around 4h 19m.

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