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 16 - SFr 24 and takes 3h 13m.

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 20 - SFr 29.

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, Bahnhof and arriving at Vitznau, Station via Luzern, Bahnhof, Meggen, Kreuz and Küssnacht am Rigi, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

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 18m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m 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 Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Basel to Vitznau bus arrive?

Basel to Vitznau bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Luzern, 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 869+ hotels available in Vitznau.

Basel to Vitznau - 3 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 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 Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Küssnacht am Rigi, Bahnhof to Vitznau, Park Hotelbus 502 / ...
2h 18m
CHF 38–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
3h 13m
CHF 17–24
Drive 122 km
1. Drive from Basel to Vitznaucar 122 km
1h 28m
CHF 20–29

Basel to Vitznau by train and bus

130Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Zlatan Prevoz doo operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhof once a week. Tickets cost CHF 4–7 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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