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

The cheapest way to get from Flaine to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Flaine to Basel is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Flaine and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Flaine to Basel. However, there are services departing from Flaine - Flaine Forum and arriving at Basel SBB via Cluses and Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Flaine to Basel?

The distance between Flaine and Basel is 318 km. The road distance is 288.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Flaine to Basel without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Flaine to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Flaine to Basel bus from?

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

Train or bus from Flaine to Basel?

The best way to get from Flaine to Basel is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 8h.

Where does the Flaine to Basel bus arrive?

Flaine to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Geneve, Gare Routiere station.

Can I drive from Flaine to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Flaine to Basel is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Flaine to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1281+ hotels available in Basel.

Flaine to Basel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Flaine to Basel by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Magland to Annemassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Renens VDtrain
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Basel SBBtrain
6h 1m
CHF 126–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cluses to Geneve, Gare Routierebus
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N872 / ...
8h
CHF 23–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cluses to Bernbus
2. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBtrain Ic61 / ...
7h 45m
CHF 41–73
Drive 288.5 km
1. Drive from Flaine to Baselcar 288.5 km
4h 2m
CHF 45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Magland to Annemassetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 48m
CHF 164–351

Flaine to Basel by bus and train

2Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

CHF 41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.6 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a vehicle from Flaine to Basel SBB via Magland, Annemasse, and Renens VD in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flaine - Flaine Forum to Basel SBB via A De Gaulle 2, Cluses, and Geneva in around 8h.

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