What is the cheapest way to get from Satu Mare to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Satu Mare to Basel is to train and fly which costs SFr 45 - SFr 160 and takes 9h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Satu Mare to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Satu Mare to Basel is to train and fly which takes 8h 21m and costs SFr 210 - SFr 850.

Is there a direct bus between Satu Mare and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Satu Mare to Basel. However, there are services departing from Satu Mare and arriving at Basel SBB via Oradea and Budapest Népliget bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Satu Mare and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Satu Mare to Basel. However, there are services departing from Satu Mare and arriving at Basel SBB via Debrecen, Koebanya-Kispest, Budapest-Kelenfoeld and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 11m.

How far is it from Satu Mare to Basel?

The distance between Satu Mare and Basel is 1172 km. The road distance is 1313.2 km.

How do I travel from Satu Mare to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Satu Mare to Basel without a car is to train via Debrecen which takes 19h 11m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 240.

How long does it take to get from Satu Mare to Basel?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Satu Mare to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Satu Mare to Basel bus from?

Satu Mare to Basel bus services, operated by Autogenn, depart from Satu Mare station.

Where do I catch the Satu Mare to Basel train from?

Satu Mare to Basel train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Satu Mare station.

Train or bus from Satu Mare to Basel?

The best way to get from Satu Mare to Basel is to train via Debrecen which takes 19h 11m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 160 and takes 23h 39m.

Where does the Satu Mare to Basel bus arrive?

Satu Mare to Basel bus services, operated by Autogenn, arrive at Oradea station.

What is the time difference between Satu Mare and Basel?

Basel is 1h behind Satu Mare. It is currently 4:23 PM in Satu Mare and 3:23 PM in Basel.

Where does the Satu Mare to Basel train arrive?

Satu Mare to Basel train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Debrecen station.

Can I drive from Satu Mare to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Satu Mare to Basel is 1313 km. It takes approximately 13h 57m to drive from Satu Mare to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Basel.

Satu Mare to Basel - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 11 ways to get from Satu Mare to Basel by train, plane, bus, car, or car train

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

Train to Debrecen International Airport, fly to Basel
best
1. Take the train from Satu Mare to Debrecentrain
2. Fly from Debrecen International Airport (DEB) to Basel (BSL)plane DEB - BSL
8h 21m
CHF 213–827
Train, train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Basel
cheapest
1. Take the train from Satu Mare to Debrecentrain
2. Take the train from Debrecen to Ferihegytrain
3. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Basel (BSL)plane BUD - BSL
9h 40m
CHF 49–160
Train via Debrecen
1. Take the train from Satu Mare to Debrecentrain Ir
2. Take the train from Debrecen to Koebanya-Kispesttrain Ir / ...
3. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ice / ...
19h 11m
CHF 146–236
Bus
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to Oradeabus
2. Take the bus from Oradea to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
3. Take the bus from Budapest Népliget bus station to Basel SBBbus
23h 39m
CHF 94–151
Drive 1,313.2 km
1. Drive from Satu Mare to Baselcar 1,313.2 km
13h 57m
CHF 209–302
Bus, bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly to Basel
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to Baia Marebus
2. Take the bus from Baia Mare to Cluj-Napocabus
3. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Basel (BSL)plane CLJ - BSL
9h 55m
CHF 59–263
Train, train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Satu Mare to Debrecentrain
2. Take the train from Debrecen to Ferihegytrain
3. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BUD - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
10h 55m
CHF 130–291
Bus, bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to Baia Marebus
2. Take the bus from Baia Mare to Cluj-Napocabus
3. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CLJ - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
11h 9m
CHF 127–354
Train
1. Take the train from Carei to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ic3 / ...
19h 52m
CHF 174–304
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to Oradeabus
2. Take the bus from Oradea to Colmarbus
3. Take the train from Colmar to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
30h 8m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Satu Mare to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to München Ostcartrain
3. Drive from München Ost to Baselcar
13h 44m
CHF 263–369

Satu Mare to Basel by train

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19h 11mAverage Duration

CHF 146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,172.5 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Satu Mare, Romania and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Satu Mare to Basel SBB via Debrecen, Koebanya-Kispest, Budapest-Kelenfoeld, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 19h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Satu Mare to Basel SBB via Oradea and Budapest Népliget bus station in around 23h 39m.

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