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

The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Basel is to rideshare which costs SFr 12 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Lausanne and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lausanne and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Lausanne and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Basel. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Basel SBB via Olten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Lausanne to Basel?

The distance between Lausanne and Basel is 185 km. The road distance is 186.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lausanne to Basel without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 21.

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

The bus from Lausanne to Basel SBB takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Basel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Lausanne to Basel?

The best way to get from Lausanne to Basel is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 85 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Lausanne to Basel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lausanne to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lausanne to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Basel is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Lausanne to Basel.

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

Book your Lausanne to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lausanne to Basel bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Basel.

Can I share a ride from Lausanne to Basel?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lausanne and Basel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lausanne to Basel by bus, train (Trenitalia), rideshare, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Basel SBBbus N122 / ...
2h 25m
CHF 15–21
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lausanne to Baselrideshare 185.7 km
2h 33m
CHF 12
Train
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Oltentrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to Basel SBBtrain S3 / ...
2h 30m
CHF 37–82
Train via Biel/Bienne
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Biel/Biennetrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Basel SBBtrain Ic51
2h 45m
CHF 35–74
Drive 186.3 km
1. Drive from Lausanne to Baselcar 186.3 km
2h 12m
CHF 30–44

Lausanne to Basel by bus

21Weekly Buses

2h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.2 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to Basel SBB 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lausanne to Basel SBB via Olten in around 2h 30m.

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