How to Travel from
Basel to Lugano
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Basel to Lugano
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (263 km)
2 h 49 min
263 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 49 min
263 km.
from $10.01
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$40.71
BlaBlaCar Bus
Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.72–$39.44
Marino Autolinee
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$33.08–$44.53
Gruppo Di Maio
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$27.99–$40.71
Train operators
Trenord
Train from Biasca to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.96–$6.36
Südostbahn
Train from Basel SBB to Biasca
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$101.78–$190.84
SBB GmbH
Train from Basel SBB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$30.53
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Basel to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.48
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Lugano?
The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lugano is to rideshare which costs $14.08 and takes 3h 23m.
What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Lugano?
The fastest way to get from Basel to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Basel and Lugano?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Lugano. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.
Is there a direct train between Basel and Lugano?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lugano. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.
How far is it from Basel to Lugano?
The distance between Basel and Lugano is 252 km. The road distance is 263.9 km.
How do I travel from Basel to Lugano without a car?
The best way to get from Basel to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $20.65 - $26.09 .
How long does it take to get from Basel to Lugano?
The train from Basel SBB to Lugano takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs every two hours.
Where do I catch the Basel to Lugano bus from?
Basel to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.
Where do I catch the Basel to Lugano train from?
Basel to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Train or bus from Basel to Lugano?
The best way to get from Basel to Lugano is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $20.65 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 4h 10m.
Where does the Basel to Lugano bus arrive?
Basel to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lugano station.
Where does the Basel to Lugano train arrive?
Basel to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lugano station.
Can I drive from Basel to Lugano?
Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lugano is 264 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Basel to Lugano.
How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Lugano?
Book your Basel to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Lugano?
Book your Basel to Lugano bus tickets online with FlixBus and Distribusion.
Where can I stay near Lugano?
There are 5729+ hotels available in Lugano. Prices start at $60.67 per night.
Can I share a ride from Basel to Lugano?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Lugano. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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