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How to get from Athens to Basel?

Are you planning to travel to Basel from Athens and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Athens to Basel, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Athens and Basel, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (SBB CFF FFS, Deutsche Bahn, TGV Lyria, Blablabus or FlixBus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Athens and Basel, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Athens Basel trip.

For your trip from Athens to Basel, you have several transport options

Athens to Basel bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Athens to Basel, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Athens to Basel train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Athens Basel train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Athens Basel

Many flights connect Athens to Basel every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Basel in record time.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Athens to Basel transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Athens Basel

City of departure
Athens
Greece
Attica
Destination city
Basel
Switzerland
Distance
1049 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Athens to Basel easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Athens to Basel easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Athens and Basel that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as SBB CFF FFS, Deutsche Bahn, TGV Lyria, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Athens and Basel with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Athens and Basel

Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Athens to Basel?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Athens to Basel, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Athens and Basel is the fastest way to travel the 1049 mi between Athens and Basel.
Environmental disadvantages Flights to Athens Basel have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transport.
Prices Air tickets from Athens to Basel can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Athens to Basel?
On-board services Modern buses between Athens and Basel are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Prices Coach tickets from Athens to Basel are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Basel (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Travel time Buses from Athens to Basel are usually much slower than trains to Basel to cover the 1049 mi distance.
Comfort Athens-Basel buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Athens to Basel?
Accessibility Train stations in Athens or Basel are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Environmentally friendly The Athens-Basel train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Athens Basel train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Athens Basel train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.

Where to start from in Athens? Where do I arrive in Basel?

Departure airports in Athens

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Basel arrival coach stations

Basel Bahnhof
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EuroAirport Basel
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Basel Arrival Stations

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coach Athens Basel

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Athens-Basel coach ticket will incur additional costs.

The duration of the bus journey between Athens and Basel usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Basel for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Athens from Basel varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Basel, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Athens-Basel route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Athens to Basel on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Athens Basel

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Trains Athens Basel

Train tickets from Athens to Basel can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The average train journey time from Athens to Basel depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Basel are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Athens to Basel. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Athens and Basel.

Trains between Athens and Basel are equipped with power sockets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power sockets are available in most carriages, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

Train companies from Athens to Basel

SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Deutsche Bahn
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TGV Lyria
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Flights Athens Basel

Airlines Athens Basel

Aegean Airlines
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Swiss International Airlines
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Air China International
Air China International
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
Air One
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