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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Lugano | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Lugano
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Basel and Lugano?
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- BBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - DAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Lugano
- AVia Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
- B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland - C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Basel to Lugano
How far is Lugano from Basel by coach?
The journey from Basel to Lugano by coach covers an approximate distance of 126 miles (203 km).
Is there a way to reach Lugano from Basel without a car?
You can reach Lugano from Basel by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Lugano was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Lugano as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £30 to £84 for a bus ticket from Basel to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-11-21.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Lugano?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
