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Basel to Mainau

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Continue onto Klingental

Klingental, 27 м

27 м

Turn right onto Kasernenstrasse

Kasernenstrasse, 145 м

145 м

Turn right onto Rappoltshof

Rappoltshof, 159 м

159 м

Turn right onto Claragraben

Claragraben, 1 km 511 м

1 km 511 м

At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Grenzacherstrasse

Grenzacherstrasse, 1 km 86 м

1 km 86 м

FlixBus

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Union Ivkoni

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FlixBus

Website

Duration 1h

Frequency Every 3 hours

Estimated price $10.81–$15.27

Phone +49 30 300 137 300

Customer Service +49 30 300 137 300

Email [email protected]

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Union Ivkoni

Website

Duration 1h 15m

Frequency Once a week

Estimated price $6.11–$10.18

Phone 07001 8282

Customer Service 07001 8282

Email [email protected]

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Deutsche Bahn Regional

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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

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SBB GmbH

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DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)

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Thurbo

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Deutsche Bahn Regional

Website

Duration 20 min

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $11.45–$16.54

Phone +49 30 2970

Customer Service +49 30 2970

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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

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Duration 1h 12m

Frequency Every 20 minutes

Estimated price $41.98–$76.34

Phone +41 848 44 66 88

Customer Service +41 848 44 66 88

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SBB GmbH

Website

Duration 4h 7m

Frequency Twice a week

Estimated price $12.72–$16.54

Phone +49 (0) 7531 915109

Customer Service +49 (0) 7531 915109

Email [email protected]

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DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)

Website

Duration 1h 25m

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $19.08–$24.17

Phone +49 731 1550-0

Customer Service +49 731 1550-0

Email [email protected]

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Thurbo

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Duration 1h 15m

Frequency Once daily

Estimated price $9.54–$22.90

Phone +41 71 554 00 00

Customer Service +41 71 554 00 00

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BlaBlaCar

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BlaBlaCar

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Duration 2h 4m

Frequency 3 times a day

Estimated price $11.98

Phone +3 318 576 2228

Customer Service +3 318 576 2228

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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Mainau is to rideshare which costs $10.24 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Mainau is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Mainau?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Mainau station. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Constance central bus station via Zurich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Mainau?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Mainau. However, there are services departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Konstanz-Petershausen via Singen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Basel to Mainau?

The distance between Basel and Mainau is 147 km. The road distance is 152.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Mainau without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $16.30 - $34.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Basel to Mainau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Mainau bus from?

Basel to Mainau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Mainau train from?

Basel to Mainau train services, operated by DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Mainau?

The best way to get from Basel to Mainau is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $16.30 - $34.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13.04 - $20.65 and takes 3h. There are no good options to fly between Basel to Mainau.

Where does the Basel to Mainau bus arrive?

Basel to Mainau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Basel to Mainau train arrive?

Basel to Mainau train services, operated by DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), arrive at Singen station.

Can I drive from Basel to Mainau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Mainau is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Basel to Mainau.

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

Book your Basel to Mainau train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Mainau?

Book your Basel to Mainau bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainau?

There are 2599+ hotels available in Mainau. Prices start at $68.92 per night.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Mainau?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Mainau. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Mainau

Mainau ⓘalso referred to as Mav(e)no(w), Maienowe (in 1242), Maienow (in 1357), Maienau, Mainowe (in 1394) and Mainaw (in 1580) is an island in Lake Constance (on the Southern shore of the Überlinger See near the city of Konstanz, Baden-Württemberg, Germany). It is maintained as a garden island and a model of excellent environmental practices. Administratively, the island has been a part of Konstanz since December 1, 1971, when the municipality of Litzelstetten, of which Mainau was part, was incorporated into Konstanz. Mainau is still part of Litzelstetten, now one of 15 wards (administrative subdivisions) of Konstanz.

University of Konstanz

The University of Konstanz (German: Universität Konstanz) is a university in the city of Konstanz in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Its main campus was opened on the Gießberg in 1972 after being founded in 1966. The university is Germany's southernmost university and is situated on the shore of Lake Constance just four kilometres from the Swiss border. It has been successful in the Excellence Initiative.

Meersburg Castle

Meersburg Castle (German: Burg Meersburg), also known as the Alte Burg (English: Old Castle), in Meersburg on Lake Constance in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is considered to be one of the oldest inhabited castles in Germany. The central tower was first built during the 7th century, though the original structure is no longer visible. Burg Meersburg is known as the old castle, in the reference to the neighboring 18th century New Castle.

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

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Mainau?

Is there a direct train between Basel and Mainau?

How far is it from Basel to Mainau?

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

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Mainau bus from?

Where do I catch the Basel to Mainau train from?

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Mainau?

Where does the Basel to Mainau bus arrive?

Where does the Basel to Mainau train arrive?

Can I drive from Basel to Mainau?

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Mainau?

Where can I stay near Mainau?

Can I share a ride from Basel to Mainau?