What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Schynige Platte?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Schynige Platte is to drive which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Schynige Platte?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Schynige Platte is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Schynige Platte?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Schynige Platte. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Matten b. Int. Hotel Sonne via Zürich HB Schweizerhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Schynige Platte?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Schynige Platte. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Schynige Platte via Interlaken Ost and Wilderswil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Basel to Schynige Platte?

The distance between Basel and Schynige Platte is 168 km. The road distance is 160.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Schynige Platte without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Schynige Platte without a car is to train and line 68 train which takes 3h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Basel to Schynige Platte?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Basel to Schynige Platte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Schynige Platte bus from?

Basel to Schynige Platte bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Schynige Platte train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Schynige Platte?

The best way to get from Basel to Schynige Platte is to train and line 68 train which takes 3h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Basel to Schynige Platte bus arrive?

Basel to Schynige Platte bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Zürich Bus Station.

Where does the Basel to Schynige Platte train arrive?

Basel to Schynige Platte train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Interlaken Ost station.

Can I drive from Basel to Schynige Platte?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Schynige Platte is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Basel to Schynige Platte.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Schynige Platte?

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Where can I stay near Schynige Platte?

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Basel to Schynige Platte - 4 ways to travel via train, line 68 train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Schynige Platte by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 68 train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Interlaken Osttrain Ic61 / ...
2. Take the train from Wilderswil to Schynige Plattetrain 68
3h 53m
Drive 160.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Schynige Plattecar 160.4 km
1h 56m
CHF 27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Matten b. Int. Hotel Sonnebus Shuttler L1 online shuttle
4h 28m
Train, line 68 train via Basel SBB
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Interlaken Osttrain Ic61 / ...
2. Take the train from Wilderswil to Schynige Plattetrain 68
3h 56m

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Distance: 167.8 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Schynige Platte, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Schynige Platte via Interlaken Ost and Wilderswil in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Schynige Platte via Zürich Bus Station, Zürich HB Schweizerhof, and Matten b. Int. Hotel Sonne in around 4h 28m.

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