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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Sion is to bus which costs SFr 24 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Sion is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Sion?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Sion. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Sion via Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Sion?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Sion. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Sion via Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Basel to Sion?

The distance between Basel and Sion is 239 km. The road distance is 249.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Sion without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Basel to Sion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Sion bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Sion train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Sion?

The best way to get from Basel to Sion is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 24 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Basel to Sion bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Sion train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Sion?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Sion is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Basel to Sion.

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

Book your Basel to Sion train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Sion?

Book your Basel to Sion bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sion?

There are 3220+ hotels available in Sion.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Sion?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Sion. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Sion - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, Airport Transfer, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Sion by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, 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 VispIc6 / ...
2. Take the train from Visp to SionIr90 / ...
2h 43m
CHF 61–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to LausanneFlixBus N872 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lausanne to SionFlixBus N1157
5h 5m
CHF 24–34
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Sion-SIR249.4 km
2h 31m
Drive 249.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Sion249.4 km
2h 31m
CHF 40–58

Basel to Sion by train

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2h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Sion via Visp in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Sion via Lausanne in around 5h 5m.

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