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Glacier Express, Switzerland → Basel, Switzerland

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Glacier Express to Basel

Composite routes from Glacier Express to Basel

Cheapest
2 h 54 min
Car
258 km.
from $14
Other
4 h 56 min
195 km.
from $192.72
5 h 12 min
196 km.
from $145.76
5 h 20 min
196 km.
from $85.13

Transport providers

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Other from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.62–$39.44

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
info@sob.ch
Website:
sob.ch/
Other from Chur to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Other from Chur to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$50.89–$95.42
Other from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$31.81–$57.25
Other from Chur to Basel
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$82.70–$152.67

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
info@sbb-deutschland.de
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Other from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.81–$13.99
Other from Chur to Basel
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.36–$25.45

Rhätische Bahn

Phone:
+41 81 288 65 65
Website:
rhb.ch/en/home
Other from Preda to Chur
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.98–$49.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Glacier Express to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Glacier Express to Basel is to train which costs $53.26 - $65.22 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glacier Express to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Glacier Express to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Glacier Express and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Glacier Express to Basel. However, there are services departing from Preda and arriving at Basel SBB via Chur and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Glacier Express to Basel?

The distance between Glacier Express and Basel is 270 km. The road distance is 252.8 km.

How do I travel from Glacier Express to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Glacier Express to Basel without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs $103.26 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Glacier Express to Basel?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Glacier Express to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glacier Express to Basel train from?

Glacier Express to Basel train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, depart from Preda station.

Where does the Glacier Express to Basel train arrive?

Glacier Express to Basel train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, arrive at Chur station.

Can I drive from Glacier Express to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Glacier Express to Basel is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Glacier Express to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 949+ hotels available in Basel. Prices start at $58.93 per night.
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