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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Minusio is to bus which costs SFr 23 - SFr 65 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Minusio is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Minusio?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Basel to Minusio?

The distance between Basel and Minusio is 248 km. The road distance is 255.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Minusio without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 18m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Basel to Minusio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Minusio train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Minusio?

The best way to get from Basel to Minusio is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 18m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 65 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Basel to Minusio train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Minusio?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Minusio is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Basel to Minusio.

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

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Where can I stay near Minusio?

There are 2676+ hotels available in Minusio.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Minusio 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 / ...
3h 18m
CHF 23–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 6m
CHF 23–61
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Minusiocar 255.1 km
2h 49m
CHF 41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
4h 23m
CHF 75–120

Basel to Minusio by train

130Weekly Trains

3h 18mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.1 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 70–220 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 15–28 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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