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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Renens is to bus which costs SFr 23 - SFr 29 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Renens is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Renens?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Renens. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Renens VD, Sur-la-Croix via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome and Lausanne, Bel-Air. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Renens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Renens VD. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Basel to Renens?

The distance between Basel and Renens is 173 km. The road distance is 175 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Renens without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 65.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Renens VD takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Renens bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Renens train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Renens?

The best way to get from Basel to Renens is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 29 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Basel to Renens bus arrive?

Basel to Renens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Basel to Renens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Renens?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Renens is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Basel to Renens.

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

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Where can I stay near Renens?

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Basel to Renens - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Renens 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 Renens VDtrain Ic51
2h 16m
CHF 35–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Lausannebus FlixBus N872 / ...
3h 12m
CHF 23–29
Drive 175 km
1. Drive from Basel to Renenscar 175 km
2h 31m
CHF 28–40

Basel to Renens by train

152Weekly Trains

2h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.8 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Renens, Canton of Vaud, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Renens VD hourly. Tickets cost CHF 35–65 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Lausanne 4 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 15–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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