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

The cheapest way to get from Mendrisio to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 21 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mendrisio to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Mendrisio and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mendrisio and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Mendrisio to Basel?

The distance between Mendrisio and Basel is 270 km. The road distance is 280.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mendrisio to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 250.

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

The train from Mendrisio to Basel SBB takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mendrisio to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Mendrisio to Basel?

The best way to get from Mendrisio to Basel is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Mendrisio to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mendrisio to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Mendrisio to Basel is 280 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Mendrisio to Basel.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Basel SBBtrain Ic21
3h 16m
CHF 85–250
Train via Bellinzona
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Bellinzonatrain S10 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Basel SBBtrain Ic21 / ...
3h 56m
CHF 18–259
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Baselbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 8m
CHF 21–50
Drive 280.5 km
1. Drive from Mendrisio to Baselcar 280.5 km
2h 57m
CHF 45–65

Mendrisio to Basel by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270.4 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Mendrisio to Basel SBB once daily. Tickets cost CHF 85–250 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lugano to Basel twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 16–30 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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