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

The cheapest way to get from Bellinzona to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bellinzona to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Bellinzona and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bellinzona Station station and arriving at Basel. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bellinzona and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bellinzona and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Bellinzona to Basel?

The distance between Bellinzona and Basel is 228 km. The road distance is 236.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bellinzona to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 90.

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

The train from Bellinzona to Basel SBB takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bellinzona to Basel bus from?

Bellinzona to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Bellinzona Station.

Where do I catch the Bellinzona to Basel train from?

Bellinzona to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Bellinzona station.

Train or bus from Bellinzona to Basel?

The best way to get from Bellinzona to Basel is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Bellinzona to Basel bus arrive?

Bellinzona to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Basel station.

Where does the Bellinzona to Basel train arrive?

Bellinzona to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Bellinzona to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Bellinzona to Basel is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Bellinzona to Basel.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bellinzona to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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 Bellinzona to Basel SBBtrain Ic21 / ...
2h 38m
CHF 16–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Baselbus
5h 30m
CHF 22–35
Drive 236.5 km
1. Drive from Bellinzona to Baselcar 236.5 km
2h 34m
CHF 37–54
Train via Castione, Stazione
1. Take the train from Castione-Arbedo to Basel SBBtrain Ir26
5h 21m

Bellinzona to Basel by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Bellinzona to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–90 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Basel twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–35 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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