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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano and arriving at Basel. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Lugano to Basel?

The distance between Lugano and Basel is 252 km. The road distance is 263.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 250.

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

The train from Lugano to Basel SBB takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Basel bus from?

Lugano to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Basel?

The best way to get from Lugano to Basel is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Lugano to Basel bus arrive?

Lugano to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Basel station.

Where does the Lugano to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Basel is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Lugano to Basel.

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

Book your Lugano to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lugano to Basel bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1345+ hotels available in Basel.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, 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 Lugano to Basel SBBtrain Ic21 / ...
2h 53m
CHF 18–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Baselbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 50m
CHF 19–35
Drive 263.4 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Baselcar 263.4 km
2h 49m
CHF 43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 7m
CHF 104–282
Train via Biasca
1. Take the train from Lugano to Biascatrain S10 / ...
2. Take the train from Biasca to Basel SBBtrain Ir26
5h 23m
CHF 69–105

Lugano to Basel by train

85Weekly Trains

2h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 18Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 85–250 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lugano to Basel twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 19–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.