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

The cheapest way to get from Vitznau to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 19 - SFr 28 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vitznau to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 28.

How far is it from Vitznau to Basel?

The distance between Vitznau and Basel is 109 km. The road distance is 121.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Vitznau to Basel without a car is to line 3600 ferry and train which takes 2h 39m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Vitznau to Basel, including transfers.

Can I drive from Vitznau to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Vitznau to Basel is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Vitznau to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Basel.

Vitznau to Basel - 4 ways to travel via train, line 3600 ferry, and car

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

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

Line 3600 ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Vitznau to Luzern Bahnhofquai3600
2. Take the train from Luzern to Basel SBBIr27 / ...
2h 39m
CHF 39–92
Drive 121.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Vitznau to Basel121.6 km
1h 27m
CHF 20–28
Line 508 bus, train via Luzern
1. Take the bus from Vitznau, Station to Küssnacht am Rigi, Bahnhof508 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Basel SBBIr27 / ...
2h 49m
CHF 31–81
Line 508 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vitznau, Station to Brunnen, Bahnhof508 / ...
2. Take the train from Brunnen to Basel SBBIr26
3h 39m

Vitznau to Basel by ferry, foot, and train

71Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.8 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Vitznau to Basel. However, you can take the line 3600 ferry to Luzern Bahnhofquai, walk to Luzern, then take the train to Basel SBB. Alternatively, you can drive from Vitznau to Basel in around 1h 27m.

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