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 - €70 and takes 10h 13m.

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 41m and costs €65 - €100.

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 13m.

How far is it from Basel to Val-Cenis?

The distance between Basel and Val-Cenis is 589 km. The road distance is 403.4 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 32m and costs €100 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 9h 32m 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 32m and costs €100 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 10h 13m.

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 403 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Basel to Val-Cenis.

Where can I stay near Val-Cenis?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Val-Cenis.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Val-Cenis by train (Trenitalia), 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 Luganotrain Ec
2. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Ec
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modanetrain Fr
9h 32m
€106–308
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Annecybus
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanetrain Ter
9h 57m
€40–146
Drive 403.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Val-Ceniscar 403.4 km
5h 41m
€69–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Annecybus
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanebus
10h 13m
€48–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/Biennetrain
2. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Lausannetrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lausanne to Chambérybus
4. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanetrain Ter
11h 11m
€67–209

Basel to Val-Cenis by train and bus

6Weekly Services

9h 32mAverage Duration

€106Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 589.2 km
Duration: 9h 32m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Termignon - Maison Vanoise via Lugano, Milano Centrale, Modane, and Gare Routière in around 9h 32m. 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 13m.

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