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

The cheapest way to get from Sierre to Basel is to train which costs SFr 23 - SFr 45 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sierre to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Sierre and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Sierre to Basel. However, there are services departing from Sierre/Siders and arriving at Basel SBB via Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Sierre to Basel?

The distance between Sierre and Basel is 223 km. The road distance is 264 km.

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

The best way to get from Sierre to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Sierre to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sierre to Basel train from?

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

Where does the Sierre to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sierre to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Sierre to Basel is 264 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Sierre to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Basel.

Sierre to Basel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sierre to Basel by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBtrain Ic6 / ...
3h 21m
CHF 23–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Visp to Berntrain Ic8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bern to Basel Euroairport FRbus FlixBus N839
4h 47m
CHF 48–98
Drive 264 km
1. Drive from Sierre to Baselcar 264 km
2h 39m
CHF 43–61

Sierre to Basel by train

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3h 21mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.4 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Visp to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 55–100 and the journey takes 2h 2m. SBB GmbH also services this route twice daily.

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