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

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 19 - SFr 29 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 29.

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

No, there is no direct train from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Pilatus is 160 km. The road distance is 118.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 21m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Pilatus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Pilatus is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus?

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Basel SBB Station to Pilatus - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Pilatus by bus, taxi, train, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
2. Take the taxi from Luzern, Bahnhof to Pilatustaxi
2h 21m
CHF 115–147
Drive 118.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Pilatuscar 118.6 km
1h 34m
CHF 20–29
Train, line 83 train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the train from Alpnachstad PB to Pilatus Kulmtrain 83
2h 44m

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Distance: 159.9 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Pilatus Kulm via Luzern, Alpnachstad, and Alpnachstad PB in around 2h 44m.

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