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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Menaggio is to bus which costs €29 - €50 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Menaggio is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Menaggio?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Menaggio. However, there are services departing from Basel and arriving at Menaggio - Via Como 9 via Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo and Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Basel to Menaggio?

The distance between Basel and Menaggio is 281 km. The road distance is 290.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Menaggio without a car is to train and line 631 bus which takes 4h 40m and costs €24 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Basel to Menaggio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Menaggio bus from?

Basel to Menaggio bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel station.

Train or bus from Basel to Menaggio?

The best way to get from Basel to Menaggio is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €90 - €170 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Basel to Menaggio bus arrive?

Basel to Menaggio bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Basel to Menaggio?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Menaggio is 291 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Basel to Menaggio.

Where can I stay near Menaggio?

There are 6337+ hotels available in Menaggio.

Basel to Menaggio - 4 ways to travel via train, line 631 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Menaggio 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, line 631 bus
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Menaggio, Hotel Bellavistabus 631
4h 40m
€24–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 30m
€29–50
Drive 290.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Menaggiocar 290.8 km
3h 21m
€51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
7h 16m
€92–169

Basel to Menaggio by train and bus

7Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.1 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Menaggio, Italy?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel to Lugano 4 times a day. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Schweizerische Südostbahn AG operates a train from Basel SBB to Locarno every 4 hours. Tickets cost €80–130 and the journey takes 4h 23m.

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