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

The cheapest way to get from Forel to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forel to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Forel and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Forel to Basel. However, there are services departing from Forel and arriving at Basel SBB via Lausanne, Sallaz, Lausanne, St-François and Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Forel to Basel?

The distance between Forel and Basel is 183 km. The road distance is 172 km.

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

The best way to get from Forel to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Forel to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forel to Basel bus from?

Forel to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lausanne station.

Train or bus from Forel to Basel?

The best way to get from Forel to Basel is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Forel to Basel bus arrive?

Forel to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Forel to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Forel to Basel is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Forel to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Basel.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forel to Basel by train, bus, or car

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 Palézieux to BernIr15 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
3h 23m
CHF 41–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Basel SBBFlixBus N872
4h 30m
CHF 26–32
Drive 172 km
1. Drive from Forel to Basel172 km
2h 2m
CHF 28–40
Train via Biel/Bienne
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Biel/BienneIc5 / ...
2. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Basel SBBIc51
3h 38m
CHF 43–77
Train via Bulle
1. Take the train from Palézieux to BulleS50 / ...
2. Take the train from Bulle to BernRe2
3. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
4h 20m
CHF 43–73

Forel to Basel by bus and train

53Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

CHF 41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.8 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Forel, Canton of Vaud, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Forel to Basel SBB via Palézieux, gare, Palézieux, and Bern in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to Basel SBB once daily. Tickets cost CHF 15–21 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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