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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Mainau is to bus which costs €10 - €18 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Mainau is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Mainau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Constance central bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Mainau?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Mainau. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Konstanz-Wollmatingen via Zürich HB and Singen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Basel to Mainau?

The distance between Basel and Mainau is 151 km. The road distance is 156.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Mainau without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €10 - €18.

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

The bus from Basel SBB to Constance central bus station takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Basel to Mainau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Mainau train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Mainau?

The best way to get from Basel to Mainau is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €10 - €18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €190 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Basel to Mainau bus arrive?

Basel to Mainau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Constance central bus station.

Where does the Basel to Mainau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Mainau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Mainau is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Basel to Mainau.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Mainau?

Book your Basel to Mainau bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainau?

There are 3035+ hotels available in Mainau.

Basel to Mainau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Mainau by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Constance central bus stationbus FlixBus 006
2h 30m
€10–18
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Konstanztrain Ir75
3h 27m
€66–186
Drive 156.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Mainaucar 156.8 km
1h 45m
€28–40
Train via Singen
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Singentrain Ic / ...
3h 38m
€61–168
Train #2
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Konstanz Bahnhoftrain Re72
5h 8m
€22–29

Basel to Mainau by bus

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 151.2 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Mainau, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Constance central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €10–18 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basel SBB to Allmannsdorf via Zürich HB, Konstanz, and Konstanz Bahnhof in around 3h 27m.

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