What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Crans-Montana?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Crans-Montana is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Crans-Montana?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Crans-Montana is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Crans-Montana?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Crans-Montana. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Crans-Montana gare via Visp and Sierre/Siders. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Basel to Crans-Montana?

The distance between Basel and Crans-Montana is 227 km. The road distance is 268.5 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Crans-Montana without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Crans-Montana without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 250.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Crans-Montana?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Basel to Crans-Montana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Crans-Montana train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Crans-Montana train arrive?

Basel to Crans-Montana train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Visp station.

Can I drive from Basel to Crans-Montana?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Crans-Montana is 268 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Basel to Crans-Montana.

Where can I stay near Crans-Montana?

There are 3190+ hotels available in Crans-Montana.

Basel to Crans-Montana - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 422 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Crans-Montana by train, car, or bus

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1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Visptrain Ic6 / ...
3h 2m
CHF 29–248
Drive 268.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Crans-Montanacar 268.5 km
2h 59m
CHF 44–64
Train, line 422 bus
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Visptrain Ic8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sierre/Siders,Place de la gare to Crans-Montana, Ycoorbus 422
4h 13m
CHF 77–248

Basel to Crans-Montana by train

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Distance: 227.3 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Crans-Montana, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Visp hourly. Tickets cost CHF 65–210 and the journey takes 2h 6m. SBB GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.

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