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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Frankreich is to bus which costs €40 - €60 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Frankreich is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Frankreich?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Frankreich. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lauterbourg via Etoile Bourse and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Frankreich?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Frankreich. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lauterbourg, Bahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Wörth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Basel to Frankreich?

The distance between Basel and Frankreich is 223 km. The road distance is 190.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Frankreich without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Basel to Frankreich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Frankreich bus from?

Basel to Frankreich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Frankreich train from?

Basel to Frankreich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Frankreich?

The best way to get from Basel to Frankreich is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Basel to Frankreich bus arrive?

Basel to Frankreich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Strasbourg station.

Where does the Basel to Frankreich train arrive?

Basel to Frankreich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Frankreich?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Frankreich is 191 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Basel to Frankreich.

Where can I stay near Frankreich?

There are 900+ hotels available in Frankreich.

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There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Frankreich by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
3h 20m
€37–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Strasbourgbus 207 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Lauterbourgbus Autocar
5h 59m
€40–57
Drive 190.9 km
1. Drive from Basel to Frankreichcar 190.9 km
1h 49m
€41–58

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Distance: 223 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Frankreich, France?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Frankreich via Strasbourg, Etoile Bourse, Gare Centrale, Strasbourg, and Lauterbourg in around 5h 59m.

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