What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Val-Cenis?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Val-Cenis is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 10h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Val-Cenis?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Val-Cenis is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Val-Cenis?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Val-Cenis. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Termignon - Maison Vanoise via Annecy - Bus Station, Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Basel to Val-Cenis?

The distance between Basel and Val-Cenis is 477 km. The road distance is 416.2 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Val-Cenis without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Val-Cenis without a car is to train which takes 9h 50m and costs €90 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Val-Cenis?

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Basel to Val-Cenis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Val-Cenis bus from?

Basel to Val-Cenis bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Val-Cenis?

The best way to get from Basel to Val-Cenis is to train which takes 9h 50m and costs €90 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Basel to Val-Cenis bus arrive?

Basel to Val-Cenis bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Annecy station.

Can I drive from Basel to Val-Cenis?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Val-Cenis is 416 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Basel to Val-Cenis.

Where can I stay near Val-Cenis?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Val-Cenis.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Val-Cenis by train (TGV), bus, train, 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 BernIc6 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to GenèveIc1 / ...
3. Take the train from Geneve to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
4. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to ModaneTer
9h 50m
€90–241
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Annecy
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to ModaneTer
9h 58m
€41–147
Drive 416.2 km
1. Drive from Basel to Val-Cenis416.2 km
5h 25m
€72–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Annecy
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modane
10h 14m
€49–71

Basel to Val-Cenis by train and bus

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9h 50mAverage Duration

€90Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basel to Val-Cenis.

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Distance: 476.9 km
Duration: 9h 50m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Val-Cenis, France?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Termignon - Maison Vanoise via Bern, Geneve, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Modane, and Gare Routière in around 9h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Termignon - Maison Vanoise via Annecy, Annecy - Bus Station, Chambéry - Bus Station, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Modane, and Gare Routière in around 10h 14m.

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