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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Maggia is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Maggia is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Maggia?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Maggia. However, there are services departing from Basel and arriving at Maggia, centro via Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Debarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Basel to Maggia?

The distance between Basel and Maggia is 264 km. The road distance is 269.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Maggia without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 3m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Basel to Maggia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Maggia bus from?

Basel to Maggia bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Basel station.

Train or bus from Basel to Maggia?

The best way to get from Basel to Maggia is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 3m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Basel to Maggia bus arrive?

Basel to Maggia bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Can I drive from Basel to Maggia?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Maggia is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Basel to Maggia.

Where can I stay near Maggia?

There are 1783+ hotels available in Maggia.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Maggia 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 via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
4h 3m
CHF 35–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel to Bellinzona Stationbus
8h 50m
CHF 34–47
Drive 269.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Maggiacar 269.8 km
3h 6m
CHF 43–61
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
5h 11m

Basel to Maggia by train and bus

130Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

CHF 35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 263.8 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 70–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Basel to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–35 and the journey takes 7h.

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