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

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 50 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel SBB Station and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel SBB Station to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Riazzino, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Basel SBB Station and Locarno?

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 Locarno?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Locarno is 249 km. The road distance is 254.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 16m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 250.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 16m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 50 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Locarno bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Locarno is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Basel SBB Station to Locarno.

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno 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
CHF 22–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazionebus
4h 48m
CHF 16–49
Drive 254.4 km
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Locarnocar 254.4 km
2h 47m
CHF 42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
4h 23m
CHF 75–120

Basel SBB Station to Locarno by train

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Distance: 249.4 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Basel SBB Station, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 75–240 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 CHF 10–15 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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