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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Schengen is to bus which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Schengen is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Schengen?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Schengen. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Schengen, Ennen am Doref via Hollerich, AVL Portal and Luxembourg, Gare Rocade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Schengen?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Schengen. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Apach Moselle via Mulhouse Ville and Thionville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Basel to Schengen?

The distance between Basel and Schengen is 337 km. The road distance is 288.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Schengen without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs €70 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Basel to Schengen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Schengen bus from?

Basel to Schengen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Schengen train from?

Basel to Schengen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Mulhouse Ville station.

Train or bus from Basel to Schengen?

The best way to get from Basel to Schengen is to train which takes 5h and costs €70 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Basel to Schengen bus arrive?

Basel to Schengen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Luxembourg station.

Where does the Basel to Schengen train arrive?

Basel to Schengen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Thionville station.

Can I drive from Basel to Schengen?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Schengen is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Basel to Schengen.

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

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Where can I stay near Schengen?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Schengen by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Thionvilletrain Tgv
5h
€71–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Luxembourgbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 31m
€27–44
Drive 288.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Schengencar 288.8 km
3h 9m
€53–76
Bus via Basel Euroairport FR
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Luxembourg Gare Centralebus FlixBus N837
7h 14m
€31–49

Basel to Schengen by train (TGV)

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Distance: 336.5 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Schengen, Luxembourg?

TGV inOui operates a train from Mulhouse Ville to Thionville twice daily. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Luxembourg 3 times a day. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 5h.

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