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

The cheapest way to get from Visp to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Visp to Basel is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct train between Visp and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Visp and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Visp to Basel?

The distance between Visp and Basel is 195 km. The road distance is 239.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Visp to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90.

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

The train from Visp to Basel SBB takes 2h 7m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Visp to Basel train from?

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

Where does the Visp to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Visp to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Visp to Basel is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Visp to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Visp to Basel by train (Trenitalia), train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
2h 7m
CHF 40–90
Drive 239.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Visp to Basel239.5 km
3h 12m
CHF 39–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Visp to BernIc8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bern to Basel SBBN506 / ...
3h 15m
CHF 47–76

Visp to Basel by train

115Weekly Trains

2h 7mAverage Duration

CHF 40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 194.7 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Visp to Basel SBB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 50–90 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Trenitalia EuroCity also services this route 3 times a day.

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