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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Caslano is to bus which costs SFr 12 - SFr 19 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Caslano is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Caslano?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Caslano. However, there are services departing from Basel and arriving at Lugano, Stazione via Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Caslano?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Caslano. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Caslano via Lugano FLP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Basel to Caslano?

The distance between Basel and Caslano is 263 km. The road distance is 267.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Caslano without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Basel to Caslano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Caslano bus from?

Basel to Caslano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Caslano train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Caslano?

The best way to get from Basel to Caslano is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 270. Alternatively, you can bus via Lugano, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Basel to Caslano bus arrive?

Basel to Caslano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Basel to Caslano train arrive?

Basel to Caslano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Basel to Caslano?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Caslano is 268 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Basel to Caslano.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Caslano?

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Where can I stay near Caslano?

There are 6706+ hotels available in Caslano.

Basel to Caslano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
3h 28m
CHF 18–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazionebus
5h 12m
CHF 12–18
Bus via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Basel to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 55m
CHF 27–45
Drive 267.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Caslanocar 267.8 km
2h 54m
CHF 44–64

Basel to Caslano by train

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Distance: 262.9 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Lugano every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 85–270 and the journey takes 2h 54m. SBB GmbH also services this route once daily. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 24–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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