How to Travel from
Basel to Canton Ticino
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Basel to Canton Ticino
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (279 km)
3 h 20 min
279 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 20 min
279 km.
from $10.61
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$33.70
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:
$22.83–$32.61
Marino Autolinee
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$27.17–$36.96
Gruppo Di Maio
Bus from Basel to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$28.26–$40.22
Airlines
Swiss
Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$869.57
Ethiopian Airlines
Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$271.74
Train operators
Trenord
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.11–$6.52
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:
$81.52–$152.17
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$34.78–$65.22
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.09–$46.74
SBB GmbH
Train from Basel SBB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$26.09
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:
$13.70
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Canton Ticino?
The cheapest way to get from Basel to Canton Ticino is to rideshare which costs $13.70 and takes 3h 23m.
What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Canton Ticino?
The fastest way to get from Basel to Canton Ticino is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Basel and Canton Ticino?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.
Is there a direct train between Basel and Canton Ticino?
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 Canton Ticino?
The distance between Basel and Canton Ticino is 252 km. The road distance is 263.9 km.
How do I travel from Basel to Canton Ticino without a car?
The best way to get from Basel to Canton Ticino 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 Canton Ticino?
The train from Basel SBB to Lugano takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs every two hours.
Where do I catch the Basel to Canton Ticino bus from?
Basel to Canton Ticino bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.
Where do I catch the Basel to Canton Ticino train from?
Basel to Canton Ticino train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Train or bus from Basel to Canton Ticino?
The best way to get from Basel to Canton Ticino is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $20.65 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $39.13 and takes 4h 21m.
Where does the Basel to Canton Ticino bus arrive?
Basel to Canton Ticino bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lugano station.
Where does the Basel to Canton Ticino train arrive?
Basel to Canton Ticino train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lugano station.
Can I drive from Basel to Canton Ticino?
Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Canton Ticino is 264 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Basel to Canton Ticino.
How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Canton Ticino?
Book your Basel to Canton Ticino train tickets online with Omio.
Where can I stay near Canton Ticino?
There are 1278+ hotels available in Canton Ticino. Prices start at $48.26 per night.
Can I share a ride from Basel to Canton Ticino?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Canton Ticino. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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