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

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore is to bus which costs €13 - €60 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 16m and costs €23 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Basel SBB Station and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Lugano Stazione via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Basel SBB Station and Lake Maggiore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Lake Maggiore is 249 km. The road distance is 309.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 16m and costs €23 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore bus from?

Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 16m and costs €23 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €60 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Lugano Stazione station.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore.

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Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
3h 16m
€23–255
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazionebus
4h 24m
€14–55
Drive 309.6 km
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Stresacar 309.6 km
3h 50m
€54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
4h 23m
€80–120

Basel SBB Station to Lake Maggiore by train

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Distance: 249.4 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Basel SBB Station, Switzerland and Lake Maggiore, Italy?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost €80–250 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Zlatan Prevoz doo operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazione once a week. Tickets cost €10–16 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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