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

The cheapest way to get from Irun to Basel is to bus and train which costs SFr 80 - SFr 130 and takes 19h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irun to Basel is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Irun and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Irun to Basel. However, there are services departing from Hendaye and arriving at Basel SBB via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Irun and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Irun to Basel. However, there are services departing from Hendaye and arriving at Basel Sbb via Montparnasse Bienvenue, Paris Est and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Irun to Basel?

The distance between Irun and Basel is 1355 km. The road distance is 1035.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Irun to Basel without a car is to train via Paris which takes 9h 19m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 440.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Irun to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irun to Basel bus from?

Irun to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hendaye station.

Where do I catch the Irun to Basel train from?

Irun to Basel train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Hendaye station.

Train, bus or fly from Irun to Basel?

The best way to get from Irun to Basel is to train via Paris which takes 9h 19m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 130 and takes 20h 15m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 100 - SFr 230 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Irun to Basel bus arrive?

Irun to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bern station.

Where does the Irun to Basel train arrive?

Irun to Basel train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 station.

Can I drive from Irun to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Irun to Basel is 1036 km. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Irun to Basel.

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

Book your Irun to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Irun to Basel?

Book your Irun to Basel bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basel?

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Irun to Basel - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Irun 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 Paris
best
1. Take the train from Hendaye to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Est to StrasbourgTgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
9h 19m
CHF 143–438
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly to Basel
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jean
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Basel (BSL)BOD - BSL
7h 15m
CHF 59–244
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop to BernBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
19h 25m
CHF 83–127
Drive 1,035.8 km
1. Drive from Irun to Basel1,035.8 km
10h 42m
CHF 167–241
Train
1. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St JeanTer
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to StrasbourgTgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
11h 7m
CHF 162–336
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hendaye to BernFlixBus N1156
2. Take the bus from Bern to Basel SBBFlixBus N872
20h 15m
CHF 92–126
Fly San Sebastián Airport to Basel
1. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Basel (BSL)EAS - BSL
6h 5m
CHF 102–225
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Donostia / San Sebastián to Airport Loiu Bilbao
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BIO - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
7h 55m
CHF 100–288
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the bus from Donostia / San Sebastián to Airport Loiu Bilbao
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Basel (BSL)BIO - BSL
6h 26m
CHF 75–204

Irun to Basel by train, foot, and subway

41Weekly Services

9h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,354.9 km
Duration: 9h 19m

What companies run services between Irun, Spain and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Hendaye to Basel Sbb via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare de l'Est, Paris Est, and Strasbourg in around 9h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hendaye to Basel SBB via Bern in around 20h 15m.

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