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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Mels is to drive which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Mels is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 180.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Mels?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Sargans. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Basel to Mels?

The distance between Basel and Mels is 176 km. The road distance is 173.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Mels without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 180.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Sargans takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Mels train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Mels train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Mels?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Mels is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Basel to Mels.

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

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Where can I stay near Mels?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Sarganstrain Ic3 / ...
1h 55m
CHF 13–180
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Sarganstrain Rjx
3h 11m
Drive 173.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Melscar 173.1 km
1h 56m
CHF 29–42
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Sarganstrain Ir35
2h 59m
CHF 48–178

Basel to Mels by train

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Distance: 175.8 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Sargans every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 60–180 and the journey takes 1h 55m. SBB GmbH also services this route 4 times a day.

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