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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Zug is to drive which costs SFr 15 - SFr 23 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Zug is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Zug?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Zug(CH). Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Basel to Zug?

The distance between Basel and Zug is 111 km. The road distance is 101.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Zug without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Basel to Zug, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Zug train from?

Basel to Zug train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where does the Basel to Zug train arrive?

Basel to Zug train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Zug(CH) station.

Can I drive from Basel to Zug?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Zug is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Basel to Zug.

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

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Where can I stay near Zug?

There are 1321+ hotels available in Zug.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Zug by 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Zugtrain S24 / ...
1h 38m
CHF 22–25
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zug(CH)train Ecm
1h 52m
CHF 9–50
Drive 101.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Zugcar 101.4 km
1h 19m
CHF 16–23
Train via Zürich HB
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Zugtrain S24 / ...
1h 54m
CHF 39–56

Basel to Zug by bus and train

10Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 111 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

SBB GmbH operates a train from Basel SBB to Zug(CH) once daily. Tickets cost CHF 9–12 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) also services this route twice a week.

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