What is the cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach?

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach is to drive which costs SFr 24 - SFr 35 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach?

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 35.

How far is it from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Giessbach is 172 km. The road distance is 147.3 km.

How do I travel from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach without a car?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach without a car is to train and line 181 ferry which takes 3h 49m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 180.

How long does it take to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach, including transfers.

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Giessbach is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach.

Where can I stay near Giessbach?

There are 1850+ hotels available in Giessbach.

Basel SBB Station to Giessbach - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 181 ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach by train, ferry, or car

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Train, line 181 ferry
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1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Interlaken Osttrain Ic61 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Interlaken Ost to Giessbach Seeferry 181 / ...
3h 49m
CHF 22–178
Drive 147.3 km
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Giessbachcar 147.3 km
1h 42m
CHF 25–35
Train, line 181 ferry via Basel SBB
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Interlaken Osttrain Ic61 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Interlaken Ost to Giessbach Seeferry 181 / ...
3h 50m
CHF 63–178

Basel SBB Station to Giessbach by train and ferry

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3h 49mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.5 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Basel SBB Station, Switzerland and Giessbach, Canton of Bern, Switzerland?

There is no direct connection from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach. However, you can take the train to Interlaken Ost, walk to Interlaken Ost, then take the line 181 ferry to Giessbach See. Alternatively, you can drive from Basel SBB Station to Giessbach in around 1h 42m.

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