What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa is to bus via Agno which costs SFr 10 - SFr 15 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Ponte Tresa?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Ponte Tresa. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Ponte Tresa, Stazione via Agno, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Ponte Tresa?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Ponte Tresa. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Ponte Tresa via Lugano FLP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Basel to Ponte Tresa?

The distance between Basel and Ponte Tresa is 264 km. The road distance is 268.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Ponte Tresa without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 270.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Ponte Tresa bus from?

Basel to Ponte Tresa bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Ponte Tresa train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Ponte Tresa?

The best way to get from Basel to Ponte Tresa is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 270. Alternatively, you can bus via Agno, which costs SFr 10 - SFr 15 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Basel to Ponte Tresa bus arrive?

Basel to Ponte Tresa bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Lugano Stazione station.

Where does the Basel to Ponte Tresa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Ponte Tresa?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Ponte Tresa is 268 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Basel to Ponte Tresa.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Ponte Tresa?

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Where can I stay near Ponte Tresa?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
3h 32m
CHF 18–270
Bus via Agno
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazionebus
4h 28m
CHF 10–15
Drive 268.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Ponte Tresacar 268.4 km
2h 55m
CHF 44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 59m
CHF 27–45

Basel to Ponte Tresa by train

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Distance: 264.4 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Ponte Tresa, 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, Zlatan Prevoz doo operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazione once a week. Tickets cost CHF 10–15 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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