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

The cheapest way to get from Modane to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 85 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modane to Basel is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct bus between Modane and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Modane to Basel. However, there are services departing from Modane and arriving at Basel SBB via Grenoble. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Modane and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Modane to Basel. However, there are services departing from Modane and arriving at Basel Sbb via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Modane to Basel?

The distance between Modane and Basel is 602 km. The road distance is 398.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Modane to Basel without a car is to train via Milan which takes 7h 19m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Modane to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modane to Basel bus from?

Modane to Basel bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Modane station.

Where do I catch the Modane to Basel train from?

Modane to Basel train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Modane station.

Train or bus from Modane to Basel?

The best way to get from Modane to Basel is to train via Milan which takes 7h 19m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 85 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Modane to Basel bus arrive?

Modane to Basel bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at St Martin D'heres station.

Where does the Modane to Basel train arrive?

Modane to Basel train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Modane to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Modane to Basel is 399 km. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Modane to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1217+ hotels available in Basel.

Modane to Basel - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Modane to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, plane, or train (TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Modane to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Basel SbbEc
7h 19m
CHF 83–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modane to St Martin D'heresAutocar
2. Take the bus from Grenoble to Basel SBBFlixBus N872
9h 18m
CHF 40–83
Drive 398.9 km
1. Drive from Modane to Basel398.9 km
5h 6m
CHF 65–94
Train, train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Modane to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Geneve
3. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)GVA - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
7h 34m
CHF 145–423
Train
1. Take the train from Modane to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to GeneveTer
3. Take the train from Genève to LausanneIc1 / ...
4. Take the train from Lausanne to Biel/BienneIc5 / ...
5. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Basel SBB
7h 32m
CHF 79–212
Train #2
1. Take the train from Modane to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to GeneveTer
3. Take the train from Genève to BernIc1 / ...
4. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
7h 55m
CHF 83–221
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Strasbourg International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Modane to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Strasbourg International Airport (SXB)LYS - SXB
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbb
6h 39m
CHF 126–303
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Modane to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MXP - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
7h 47m
CHF 100–293

Modane to Basel by train

14Weekly Trains

7h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 601.9 km
Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Modane, France and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Modane to Basel Sbb via Milano Centrale in around 7h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Modane to Basel SBB via St Martin D'heres and Grenoble in around 9h 18m.

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