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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Lens to Basel. However, there are services departing from Sierre/Siders and arriving at Basel SBB via Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Lens to Basel?

The distance between Lens and Basel is 237 km. The road distance is 261.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Lens to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lens to Basel train from?

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

Where does the Lens to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lens to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Basel is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Lens to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1349+ hotels available in Basel.

Lens to Basel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBtrain Ic6 / ...
3h 36m
CHF 31–234
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sion to Lausannetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lausanne to Basel Euroairport FRbus FlixBus N839
6h 34m
CHF 50–133
Drive 261.1 km
1. Drive from Lens to Baselcar 261.1 km
2h 47m
CHF 42–61

Lens to Basel by bus and train

72Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

CHF 31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.6 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Lens, Canton du Valais, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Visp to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 60–200 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Two other operators also service this route.

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