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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Basel Sbb Station to Locarno

Cheapest
2 h 48 min
Car
255 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.99–$39.44

Train operators

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Train from Basel SBB to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$89.06–$165.39
Train from Basel SBB to Sursee
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$62.34
Train from Sursee to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$120.86

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$27.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno is to train which costs $21.74 - $28.26 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Basel SBB Station and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Locarno. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Locarno is 249 km. The road distance is 254.1 km.

How do I travel from Basel SBB Station to Locarno without a car?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $21.74 - $28.26 .

How long does it take to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Locarno train from?

Basel SBB Station to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Locarno is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $21.74 - $28.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $40.22 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Locarno train arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Locarno is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Basel SBB Station to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel SBB Station to Locarno?

Book your Basel SBB Station to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2525+ hotels available in Locarno. Prices start at $60.67 per night.
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