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

The cheapest way to get from Kriens to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 14 - SFr 22 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kriens to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct bus between Kriens and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Kriens to Basel. However, there are services departing from Kriens, Schachenstrasse and arriving at Basel via Lucerne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Kriens and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Kriens to Basel. However, there are services departing from Luzern Allmend/Messe and arriving at Basel SBB via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Kriens to Basel?

The distance between Kriens and Basel is 94 km. The road distance is 99.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kriens to Basel without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Kriens to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kriens to Basel bus from?

Kriens to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lucerne station.

Where do I catch the Kriens to Basel train from?

Kriens to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Luzern station.

Train or bus from Kriens to Basel?

The best way to get from Kriens to Basel is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 14 - SFr 22 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Kriens to Basel bus arrive?

Kriens to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Basel station.

Where does the Kriens to Basel train arrive?

Kriens to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Kriens to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Kriens to Basel is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Kriens to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Kriens to Basel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kriens to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Kriens to Basel by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.1 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Kriens, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Luzern to Basel SBB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 19–40 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lucerne to Basel twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–18 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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