What is the cheapest way to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel is to bus via Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 11h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel is to train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct bus between Eiffel Tower and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Eiffel Tower to Basel. However, there are services departing from Tour Eiffel and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) via Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Eiffel Tower to Basel?

The distance between Eiffel Tower and Basel is 529 km. The road distance is 488.1 km.

How do I travel from Eiffel Tower to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 150.

How long does it take to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eiffel Tower to Basel bus from?

Eiffel Tower to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.

Train or bus from Eiffel Tower to Basel?

The best way to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 45 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Eiffel Tower to Basel bus arrive?

Eiffel Tower to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Can I drive from Eiffel Tower to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Eiffel Tower to Basel is 488 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Eiffel Tower to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1244+ hotels available in Basel.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Eiffel Tower to Basel by train (TGV), bus, car, train, 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 (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel SbbTgv
4h 49m
CHF 37–143
Bus via Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop to Basel Meret-Oppenheim-StrasseUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3636
11h 36m
CHF 25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)N191
9h 19m
CHF 27–42
Drive 488.1 km
1. Drive from Eiffel Tower to Basel488.1 km
5h 50m
CHF 78–113
Train, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel to Saint-Michel Notre-Dame
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Basel (BSL)CDG - BSL
4h 21m
CHF 94–267
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)CDG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
5h 55m
CHF 104–331

Eiffel Tower to Basel by foot, bus, and train (TGV)

42Weekly Services

4h 49mAverage Duration

CHF 37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 528.8 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Eiffel Tower, France and Basel, Switzerland?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbb every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 35–140 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) once daily. Tickets cost CHF 25–40 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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