What is the cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel is to bus via Brussels which costs SFr 40 - SFr 80 and takes 15h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel is to train and fly which takes 5h 56m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel. However, there are services departing from Folkestone and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse via Gent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel. However, there are services departing from Folkestone West and arriving at Basel Sbb via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel?

The distance between Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal and Basel is 910 km.

How do I travel from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 18m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 240.

How long does it take to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel?

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel bus from?

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Folkestone station.

Where do I catch the Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel train from?

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone West station.

Train or bus from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel?

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel is to bus which takes 13h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 140 - SFr 550 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel bus arrive?

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ghent Dampoort station.

Where does the Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel train arrive?

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel - 12 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 12 ways to get from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel by bus, train, car train, car, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), or car ferry

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 Folkestone to Lille
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to StrasbourgTgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
8h 18m
CHF 131–235
Bus via Brussels
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - AirportBlaBlaCar Bus
15h 22m
CHF 42–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Folkestone to Ghent DampoortN824
2. Take the bus from Gent to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse
13h 15m
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Basel
8h 8m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Basel (BSL)LHR - BSL
6h 15m
CHF 104–382
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel SbbTgv
8h 59m
CHF 140–539
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
2. Drive from Calais to Basel
9h 7m
CHF 134–206
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basel (BSL)LGW - BSL
6h 7m
CHF 77–259
Train to London City Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LCY - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
6h 53m
CHF 134–423
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Basel (BSL)LTN - BSL
5h 56m
CHF 99–259
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LGW - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
7h 36m
CHF 113–333
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Basel (BSL)STN - BSL
6h 12m
CHF 68–241

Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel by foot, bus, and train

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8h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 909.9 km
Duration: 8h 18m

What companies run services between Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal, England and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse via Folkestone, Ghent Dampoort, and Gent in around 13h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal to Basel Sbb via Folkestone West, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 59m.

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