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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Minusio is to bus via Castione-Arbedo which costs SFr 20 - SFr 25 and takes 5h 55m.

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 48m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Minusio?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Minusio. However, there are services departing from Basel and arriving at Minusio, Centro Elisarion via Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

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 five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

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 19m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Basel to Minusio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Minusio bus from?

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

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 19m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus via Castione-Arbedo, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 25 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Basel to Minusio bus arrive?

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

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 48m 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?

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

There are 5 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 BellinzonaIc21 / ...
3h 19m
CHF 26–99
Bus via Castione-Arbedo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-ArbedoSenise
5h 55m
CHF 21–25
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Minusio255.1 km
2h 48m
CHF 41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to LocarnoIr26
4h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel to Bellinzona Station
7h 59m
CHF 26–37

Basel to Minusio by train

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 248.2 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–90 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Castione-Arbedo twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 17 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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