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

The cheapest way to get from Montreux to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montreux to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Montreux and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Montreux to Basel. However, there are services departing from Montreux and arriving at Basel SBB via Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Montreux to Basel?

The distance between Montreux and Basel is 202 km. The road distance is 183.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Montreux to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Montreux to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montreux to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Montreux to Basel?

The best way to get from Montreux to Basel is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 80 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Montreux to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Montreux to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Montreux to Basel is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Montreux to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Montreux to Basel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Basel SBBtrain Ic51
3h 27m
CHF 63–139
Drive 183.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Montreux to Baselcar 183.2 km
1h 54m
CHF 29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Basel Euroairport FRbus FlixBus N839
4h 58m
CHF 31–76
Train via Yverdon-les-Bains
1. Take the train from Montreux to Yverdon-les-Bainstrain R2 / ...
2. Take the train from Yverdon-les-Bains to Basel SBBtrain Ic51
3h 53m
CHF 61–115

Montreux to Basel by train

114Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

CHF 63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.7 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lausanne to Basel SBB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 50–90 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to Basel Euroairport FR 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 11–19 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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