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

The cheapest way to get from Cluses to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cluses to Basel is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Cluses and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Cluses to Basel. However, there are services departing from Cluses and arriving at Basel SBB via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cluses and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Cluses to Basel. However, there are services departing from Cluses 74 and arriving at Basel SBB via Annemasse, Renens VD and Biel/Bienne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Cluses to Basel?

The distance between Cluses and Basel is 286 km. The road distance is 270.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cluses to Basel without a car is to train via Lausanne which takes 5h 20m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Cluses to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluses to Basel bus from?

Cluses to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Cluses station.

Where do I catch the Cluses to Basel train from?

Cluses to Basel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Cluses 74 station.

Train or bus from Cluses to Basel?

The best way to get from Cluses to Basel is to train via Lausanne which takes 5h 20m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Cluses to Basel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cluses to Basel train arrive?

Cluses to Basel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Annemasse station.

Can I drive from Cluses to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluses to Basel is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cluses to Basel.

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

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Cluses to Basel - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cluses to Basel by train (TGV), bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Lausanne
best
1. Take the train from Cluses 74 to AnnemasseTer
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Renens VD
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Biel/BienneIc5 / ...
4. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Basel SBB
5h 20m
CHF 77–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cluses to Bern
2. Take the bus from Bern to Basel SBBN506 / ...
6h 5m
CHF 26–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cluses to Bern
2. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
5h 49m
CHF 42–71
Drive 270.9 km
1. Drive from Cluses to Basel270.9 km
3h 31m
CHF 44–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cluses 74 to Annemasse
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
5h 10m
CHF 117–338
Train
1. Take the train from Cluses 74 to AnnemasseTer
2. Take the train from Genève to BernIc1 / ...
3. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
5h 30m
CHF 65–156

Cluses to Basel by train

103Weekly Trains

5h 20mAverage Duration

CHF 77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.9 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Cluses, France and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Cluses 74 to Basel SBB via Annemasse, Renens VD, and Biel/Bienne in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cluses to Basel SBB via Bern in around 6h 5m.

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