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

The cheapest way to get from Mels to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mels to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Mels and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sargans and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Mels to Basel?

The distance between Mels and Basel is 176 km. The road distance is 173.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Mels to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 65.

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

The train from Sargans to Basel SBB takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Mels to Basel train from?

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

Where does the Mels to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mels to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Mels to Basel is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Mels to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Basel.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sargans to Basel SBBIc3 / ...
2h 1m
CHF 13–65
Drive 173.3 km
1. Drive from Mels to Basel173.3 km
1h 55m
CHF 28–40
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Sargans to Zürich HBIr35 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIr36 / ...
3h 3m
CHF 36–76

Mels to Basel by train

71Weekly Trains

2h 1mAverage Duration

CHF 13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Sargans to Basel SBB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 35–65 and the journey takes 2h 1m. SBB GmbH also services this route 4 times a day.

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