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

The cheapest way to get from Morcote to Basel is to train which costs SFr 19 - SFr 260 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Morcote to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct bus between Morcote and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Morcote to Basel. However, there are services departing from Morcote, Piazza Grande and arriving at Basel via Lugano Via Pian Scairolo and Como. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Morcote and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Morcote to Basel. However, there are services departing from Melide and arriving at Basel SBB via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Morcote to Basel?

The distance between Morcote and Basel is 264 km. The road distance is 273.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Morcote to Basel without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Morcote to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Morcote to Basel bus from?

Morcote to Basel bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Como station.

Where do I catch the Morcote to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Morcote to Basel?

The best way to get from Morcote to Basel is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 95 - SFr 150 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Morcote to Basel bus arrive?

Morcote to Basel bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Basel station.

Where does the Morcote to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Morcote to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Morcote to Basel is 273 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Morcote to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

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There are 5 ways to get from Morcote to Basel by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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1. Take the train from Lugano to Basel SBBtrain Ic21 / ...
4h 14m
CHF 19–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Como to Baselbus
5h 13m
CHF 97–143
Drive 273.3 km
1. Drive from Morcote to Baselcar 273.3 km
2h 57m
CHF 46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Melide to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 53m
CHF 105–285
Train via Biasca
1. Take the train from Melide to Biascatrain S10 / ...
2. Take the train from Biasca to Basel SBBtrain Ir26
5h 56m
CHF 71–109

Morcote to Basel by bus and train

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Distance: 263.6 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Morcote, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 85–250 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Onebus operates a bus from Como to Basel once a week. Tickets cost CHF 55–80 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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