How to get from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel by bus and train?

From Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel by bus and train

To get from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel in Geneve, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 1 bus from Ascona, Centro station to Locarno, Debarcadero station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IR46 train and finally take the IC3 train from Zürich Hb station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Lago Maggiore (Ti) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

290min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - IR46IR46
Train - IC3IC3
Leaves from Ascona, Centro

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ascona, Centro
    400 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Gordola, Centro Professionale
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Locarno, Debarcadero
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Locarno
    310 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - IR46IR46
    Wait for train
    IR46
    Zürich Hb
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    202 min
  • 7
    Train - IC3IC3
    Wait for train
    IC3
    Basel Sbb
  • 8
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    59 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel

The distance between Lago Maggiore (Ti), Geneve and Basel, Geneve is approximately 284.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 290 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel

To check the bus and train schedule from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lago Maggiore (Ti)) and destination (Basel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel?

    The fastest way takes 290 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line IR46, Train line IC3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lago Maggiore (Ti) and Basel in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel in Geneve?

    The 1 bus line goes from Ascona, Centro station near Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Locarno, Debarcadero station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Locarno, Debarcadero station near Basel in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lago Maggiore (Ti) to Basel in Geneve by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Lago Maggiore (Ti) and Basel in Geneve by bus and train is about 4 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Lago Maggiore (Ti) to get to Basel in Geneve?

    Get on the 1 bus from the Ascona, Centro stop near Lago Maggiore (Ti) in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Lago Maggiore (Ti) and Basel in Geneve?

    Get off the bus at the Locarno, Debarcadero station, which is closest to Basel in Geneve.

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