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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Vitznau is to bus which costs SFr 15 - SFr 18 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Vitznau is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 28.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Vitznau?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Vitznau station. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at Vitznau, Station via Brunnen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Basel to Vitznau?

The distance between Basel and Vitznau is 119 km. The road distance is 122 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Vitznau without a car is to train and line 508 bus which takes 2h 33m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Basel to Vitznau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Vitznau bus from?

Basel to Vitznau bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Train or bus from Basel to Vitznau?

The best way to get from Basel to Vitznau is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Basel to Vitznau bus arrive?

Basel to Vitznau bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Brunnen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Vitznau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Vitznau is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Basel to Vitznau.

Where can I stay near Vitznau?

There are 732+ hotels available in Vitznau.

Basel to Vitznau - 4 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Vitznau by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 508 bus
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuzernIr27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Küssnacht am Rigi, Bahnhof to Vitznau, Park Hotel502 / ...
2h 33m
CHF 32–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brunnen, BahnhofSenise
3h 57m
CHF 15–17
Drive 122 km
1. Drive from Basel to Vitznau122 km
1h 28m
CHF 20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BrunnenIr26
2h 49m

Basel to Vitznau by train and bus

227Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

CHF 32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brunnen, Bahnhof twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 11 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Südostbahn operates a train from Basel SBB to Brunnen every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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