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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Basel is to train and fly which takes 5h 24m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 280.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Basel. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Basel SBB via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Linz to Basel?

The distance between Linz and Basel is 681 km. The road distance is 579 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Basel without a car is to train which takes 7h 59m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Linz to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Basel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Linz to Basel train from?

Linz to Basel train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Linz to Basel?

The best way to get from Linz to Basel is to train which takes 7h 59m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 10h 5m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 110 - SFr 430 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Linz to Basel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Linz to Basel train arrive?

Linz to Basel train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Linz to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Basel is 579 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Linz to Basel.

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

Book your Linz to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Linz to Basel bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basel?

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Linz to Basel - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Linz to Basel by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Linz Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ir36 / ...
7h 59m
CHF 57–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N191
10h 5m
CHF 35–65
Drive 579 km
1. Drive from Linz to Baselcar 579 km
6h 49m
CHF 95–137
Fly Linz Airport to Basel
1. Fly from Linz Airport (LNZ) to Basel (BSL)plane LNZ - BSL
6h 51m
CHF 117–428
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen-Pasingtrain 962 / ...
2. Take the train from Pasing to Basel SBBtrain 60
8h 57m
CHF 135–306
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
5h 29m
CHF 159–388
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Basel (BSL)plane VIE - BSL
5h 24m
CHF 96–280
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MUC - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
6h 48m
CHF 159–464
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
6h 37m
CHF 136–336
Train to Graz Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GRZ - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
8h 36m
CHF 201–545

Linz to Basel by train

45Weekly Trains

7h 59mAverage Duration

CHF 57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 681.3 km
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Basel SBB via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 7h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Basel SBB once daily. Tickets cost CHF 35–65 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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