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

The cheapest way to get from Lech to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lech to Basel is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Lech and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Lech to Basel. However, there are services departing from Lech Schlosskopf and arriving at Basel SBB via Schoppernau Gemeindeamt and Bregenz bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Lech to Basel?

The distance between Lech and Basel is 287 km. The road distance is 246.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lech to Basel without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 5h 24m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Lech to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lech to Basel bus from?

Lech to Basel bus services, operated by Landbus Bregenzerwald, depart from Schoppernau Gemeindeamt station.

Train or bus from Lech to Basel?

The best way to get from Lech to Basel is to train via Zurich which takes 5h 24m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Lech to Basel bus arrive?

Lech to Basel bus services, operated by Landbus Bregenzerwald, arrive at Bregenz Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Lech to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lech to Basel is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Lech to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Basel.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lech 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 via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from St. Anton Am Arlberg to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ir36 / ...
5h 24m
CHF 47–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schoppernau Gemeindeamt to Bregenz Bahnhofbus 840
2. Take the bus from Bregenz bus station to Basel SBBbus 206 / ...
7h 20m
CHF 28–46
Drive 246.6 km
1. Drive from Lech to Baselcar 246.6 km
3h 32m
CHF 40–58
Train
1. Take the train from St. Anton Am Arlberg to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ice / ...
5h 43m
CHF 36–80
Train via Feldkirch
1. Take the train from Langen Am Arlberg to Feldkirchtrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Feldkirch to Zürich HBtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Tgv / ...
5h 58m
CHF 71–139

Lech to Basel by bus and train

50Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

CHF 47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 286.6 km
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Lech, Austria and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Lech Rüfiplatz to Basel SBB via St. Anton a.A. Bahnhof, St. Anton Am Arlberg, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lech Schlosskopf to Basel SBB via Schoppernau Gemeindeamt, Bregenz Bahnhof, and Bregenz bus station in around 7h 20m.

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