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

The cheapest way to get from Lenk to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lenk to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Lenk and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Lenk to Basel. However, there are services departing from Lenk im Simmental and arriving at Basel SBB via Zweisimmen and Spiez. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Lenk to Basel?

The distance between Lenk and Basel is 189 km. The road distance is 176.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lenk to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Lenk to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lenk to Basel train from?

Lenk to Basel train services, operated by BLS AG, depart from Zweisimmen station.

Where does the Lenk to Basel train arrive?

Lenk to Basel train services, operated by BLS AG, arrive at Spiez station.

Can I drive from Lenk to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lenk to Basel is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Lenk to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Basel.

Lenk to Basel - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lenk to Basel by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zweisimmen to Spieztrain R11 / ...
2. Take the train from Spiez to Basel SBBtrain Ic61 / ...
3h 30m
CHF 25–151
Drive 176.7 km
1. Drive from Lenk to Baselcar 176.7 km
2h 8m
CHF 29–41
Train via Basel SBB
1. Take the train from Zweisimmen to Spieztrain R11 / ...
2. Take the train from Spiez to Basel SBBtrain Ice / ...
4h 7m
CHF 59–151

Lenk to Basel by train

169Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

CHF 25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.7 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Lenk im Simmental to Basel SBB via Zweisimmen and Spiez in around 3h 30m.

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