How to get from Basel to Lens by bus and train?

From Basel to Lens by bus and train

To get from Basel to Lens in Geneve, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ICE train from Basel Sbb station to Visp station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IR90 train and finally take the 421 bus from Sierre/Siders,Place De La Gare station to Crans-Montana, Télé Cry D'Er station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 7 min. The bus and train schedule from Basel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lens on the Moovit app.

247min
Train - ICEICE
Train - IR90IR90
Bus - 421421
Walk to Lens
Leaves from Basel Sbb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Basel
  • 2
    Train - ICEICE
    Wait for train
    ICE
    Brig
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Visp
    121 min
  • 4
    Train - IR90IR90
    Wait for train
    IR90
    Genève-Aéroport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sierre/Siders
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sierre/Siders,Place De La Gare
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 421421
    Wait for bus
    421
    Aminona
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crans-Montana, Télé Cry D'Er
    45 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lens
    Walk to
    Lens
    850 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Basel to Lens

The distance between Basel, Geneve and Lens, Geneve is approximately 238.57 km, which can typically be travelled in 247 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Basel to Lens 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 Basel to Lens

To check the bus and train schedule from Basel to Lens using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Basel) and destination (Lens), 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 Basel to Lens?

    The fastest way takes 247 minutes, using Train line ICE, Train line IR90, Bus line 421.

  • Is there a direct train between Basel and Lens in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 7 min.

  • Which train line goes from Basel to Lens in Geneve?

    The ICE train line goes from Visp station near Basel to Sierre/Siders station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Sierre/Siders station near Lens in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Basel to Lens in Geneve by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Basel and Lens in Geneve by train and bus is about 4 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Basel to get to Lens in Geneve?

    Get on the ICE train from the Visp station near Basel in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Basel and Lens in Geneve?

    Get off the train at the Sierre/Siders stop, which is closest to Lens in Geneve.

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