How to travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen

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Compare bus and train for Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF21 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF21, while a train costs an average of CHF41.

Distance: 55 miles (89 km)

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CHF41

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CHF21

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Cheapest

CHF65

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2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

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2h 52m

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2h 22m

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2h 0m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen is a bus with an average price of CHF21.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen:

A bus is CHF20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen costing on average CHF41.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 52m.

Other travel options to Villingen-Schwenningen take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Villingen-Schwenningen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around CHF21 compared to roughly CHF65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF44. The journey takes 2h 22m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen

How to get from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    12:45 PM6h35
    Basel
    7:20 PMVillingen-Schwenningen
    CHF241One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    12:45 PM6h35
    Basel
    7:20 PMVillingen-Schwenningen
    CHF241One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:30 AM3h45
    Basel
    9:15 AMVillingen-Schwenningen
    CHF241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:30 AM3h45
    Basel
    8:15 AMVillingen-Schwenningen
    CHF321One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen

Travel to Villingen-Schwenningen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Basel and Villingen-Schwenningen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen is a bus with an average price of CHF21.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen:

A bus is CHF20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen costing on average CHF41.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 52m.

Other travel options to Villingen-Schwenningen take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 54m.

The distance from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen is approximately 55 miles (89 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Villingen-Schwenningen as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen:
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Villingen-Schwenningen, Schützenstraße.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Villingen(Schwarzw).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Villingen-Schwenningen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Villingen-Schwenningen by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Villingen-Schwenningen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Zurich, Stuttgart, Munich, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Villingen-Schwenningen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Villingen-Schwenningen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a well-rounded experience in Villingen-Schwenningen, spending 2 to 3 days allows you to explore its historic old town, enjoy local attractions, and experience the cultural heritage of this charming city.

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