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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 29 - SFr 45 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Locarno and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Locarno to Basel?

The distance between Locarno and Basel is 249 km. The road distance is 253.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Basel without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 43m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Locarno to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Basel?

The best way to get from Locarno to Basel is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 43m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 29 - SFr 45 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Locarno to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Basel is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Locarno to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Basel.

Locarno to Basel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Locarno to Basel by train

127Weekly Trains

3h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.4 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Bellinzona to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 65–120 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lugano to Basel twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 23–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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