How to travel from Mendrisio to Basel

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Mendrisio to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mendrisio to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł251 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł251, while a flight costs an average of zł2343.

Distance: 134 miles (217 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Mendrisio to Basel is a bus with an average price of zł251.

This is compared to other travel options from Mendrisio to Basel:

A bus is zł178 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mendrisio to Basel costing on average zł430.

A bus is zł2092 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mendrisio to Basel costing on average zł2343.

The fastest way to travel from Mendrisio to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 1m.

Bus takes on average 6h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Mendrisio and Basel including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mendrisio to Basel among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 10m faster (3h 15m by train vs 3h 25m by car) and roughly zł14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł430 vs zł444). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Mendrisio to Basel

How to get from Mendrisio to Basel by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    4:30 PM4h25
    Mendrisio
    8:55 PMBasel
    1541One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    4:30 PM4h25
    Mendrisio
    8:55 PMBasel
    1541One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:30 PM4h25
    Mendrisio
    8:55 PMBasel
    1541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    3:35 PM4h45
    Mendrisio
    8:20 PMBasel
    1971One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    2:35 PM4h45
    Mendrisio
    7:20 PMBasel
    2281One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mendrisio to Basel

Travel to Basel 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 Mendrisio to Basel.

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There are 3 options to travel between Mendrisio and Basel including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mendrisio to Basel is a bus with an average price of zł251.

This is compared to other travel options from Mendrisio to Basel:

A bus is zł178 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mendrisio to Basel costing on average zł430.

A bus is zł2092 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mendrisio to Basel costing on average zł2343.

The fastest way to travel from Mendrisio to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 1m.

Bus takes on average 6h 12m.

The distance from Mendrisio to Basel is approximately 134 miles (217 km).
The average frequency per day from Mendrisio to Basel is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Mendrisio to Basel:
  • Trains mostly depart from Mendrisio station and arrive in Basel SBB.
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Buses mostly depart from Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) and arrive in Basel, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mendrisio to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vueling, AJet, Turkish Airlines, BA Cityflyer, British Airways to go to Basel by flight.
  • Travel with SBB to go to Basel by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Basel by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Mendrisio to Basel:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Mendrisio to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Zurich, Strasbourg, Colmar, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Basel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.
Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.

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