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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Morcote is to bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 23 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Morcote is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Morcote?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Morcote. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Morcote, Piazza Grande via Lugano, Gerra and Lugano, Centro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Basel to Morcote?

The distance between Basel and Morcote is 264 km. The road distance is 273.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Morcote without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Basel to Morcote, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Morcote bus from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Morcote?

The best way to get from Basel to Morcote is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus via Lugano, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Basel to Morcote bus arrive?

Basel to Morcote bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Basel to Morcote?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Morcote is 273 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Basel to Morcote.

Where can I stay near Morcote?

There are 2816+ hotels available in Morcote.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Morcote 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
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
3h 56m
CHF 21–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Lugano Sudbus Senise
6h 19m
CHF 20–22
Bus via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Luganobus N474 / ...
5h 26m
CHF 26–40
Drive 273.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Morcotecar 273.5 km
2h 56m
CHF 43–62

Basel to Morcote by train and bus

76Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

CHF 21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263.7 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Lugano every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–100 and the journey takes 2h 54m. SBB GmbH also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 21–30 and the journey takes 4h. FlixBus-eu also services this route twice daily.

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