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

Composite routes from Basel to Chiasso

Cheapest
3 h 1 min
Car
287 km.
from $15

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Como
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.00–$35.87

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Basel to Chiasso
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$44.57

Bartolini Turismo

Phone:
+39 0825-26416
Email:
Website:
bartolinipullman.it
Bus from Basilea Badisher to Chiasso
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$53.03

Airlines

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$923.91

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$260.87

Train operators

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.07

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Chiasso
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$92.39–$173.91
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$35.87–$65.22
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.09–$47.83
Train from Basel SBB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$86.96–$163.04

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Basel SBB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$26.09

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Chiasso is to train via Lugano which costs $21.74 - $28.26 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Chiasso is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel and arriving at Chiasso. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Chiasso. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Basel to Chiasso?

The distance between Basel and Chiasso is 278 km. The road distance is 287.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Chiasso without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $92.39 - $173.91 .

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

The train from Basel SBB to Chiasso takes 3h 27m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Basel to Chiasso bus from?

Basel to Chiasso bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, depart from Basilea Badisher station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Chiasso train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Chiasso?

The best way to get from Basel to Chiasso is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $92.39 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus via Como, which costs $26.09 - $92.39 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Basel to Chiasso bus arrive?

Basel to Chiasso bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, arrive at Chiasso station.

Where does the Basel to Chiasso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Chiasso?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Chiasso is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Basel to Chiasso.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Chiasso?

Book your Basel to Chiasso train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chiasso?

There are 4430+ hotels available in Chiasso. Prices start at $100.74 per night.
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