What is the cheapest way to get from Chillon Castle to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Chillon Castle to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 45 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chillon Castle to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Chillon Castle to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Chillon Castle and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Chillon Castle to Basel. However, there are services departing from Veytaux-Chillon and arriving at Basel SBB via Lausanne and Olten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Chillon Castle to Basel?

The distance between Chillon Castle and Basel is 229 km. The road distance is 185.7 km.

How do I travel from Chillon Castle to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Chillon Castle to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 100.

How long does it take to get from Chillon Castle to Basel?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Chillon Castle to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chillon Castle to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Chillon Castle to Basel?

The best way to get from Chillon Castle to Basel is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 85 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Chillon Castle to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chillon Castle to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Chillon Castle to Basel is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Chillon Castle to Basel.

How do I get a train ticket from Chillon Castle to Basel?

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Chillon Castle to Basel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chillon Castle 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 Lausanne to OltenIc5 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to Basel SBBS3 / ...
3h 27m
CHF 47–96
Drive 185.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chillon Castle to Basel185.7 km
1h 57m
CHF 31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Basel SBBFlixBus N872 / ...
4h 53m
CHF 33–80
Train via Biel/Bienne
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Biel/BienneIc5 / ...
2. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Basel SBBIc51
3h 42m
CHF 52–92
Train via Spiez
1. Take the train from Montreux to Zweisimmen30 / ...
2. Take the train from Spiez to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
6h 17m
CHF 47–128

Chillon Castle to Basel by foot and train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

CHF 47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.3 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Chillon Castle, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from Chillon Castle to Basel SBB via Veytaux-Chillon, Lausanne, and Olten in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to Basel SBB 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 15–21 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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