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

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

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 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 30 - SFr 50.

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 train from?

Kriens to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Luzern 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, car, and line 21 bus

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

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 Luzern to Basel SBBtrain Ic21 / ...
1h 38m
CHF 32–47
Drive 99.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kriens to Baselcar 99.1 km
1h 3m
CHF 16–23
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kriens, Zunacher to Luzern, Bundesplatzbus 21
2. Take the train from Luzern to Gelterkindentrain Ir
3. Take the train from Gelterkinden to Basel SBBtrain S3 / ...
2h 50m
CHF 33–93

Kriens to Basel by train

149Weekly Trains

1h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 32Cheapest 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 30–90 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Schweizerische Südostbahn AG also services this route every 4 hours.

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