What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier is to bus and train which costs €27 - €50 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lons-le-Saunier?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lons Le Saunier via Mulhouse Ville, Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv and Besancon Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier?

The distance between Basel and Lons-le-Saunier is 258 km. The road distance is 222.7 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs €27 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lons-le-Saunier train from?

Basel to Lons-le-Saunier train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Mulhouse Ville station.

Where does the Basel to Lons-le-Saunier train arrive?

Basel to Lons-le-Saunier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv station.

Can I drive from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lons-le-Saunier is 223 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier?

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Where can I stay near Lons-le-Saunier?

There are 546+ hotels available in Lons-le-Saunier.

Basel to Lons-le-Saunier - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Lons-le-Saunier by bus, train, train (TGV), or car

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
2. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Lons Le Sauniertrain Ter
5h 15m
€27–49
Train
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Lons Le Sauniertrain Ter
5h 29m
€47–107
Drive 222.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Lons-le-Sauniercar 222.7 km
3h 12m
€40–57

Basel to Lons-le-Saunier by bus and train

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5h 15mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.7 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Lons-le-Saunier, France?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Lons Le Saunier via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv, and Besancon Viotte in around 5h 29m.

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