How to travel from Tallinn to Basel, Switzerland
The distance between Tallinn and Basel is around 1,759km (1,093 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Tallinn to Basel by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Basel → Tallinn if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Tallinn (TLL) to Basel (BSL).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time3h 20m
- Typical costCHF 280($285)
+ 3 others3 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Łomża dworzec autobusowy and then to Basel.
- Duration1 day 14h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costCHF 110($110)
Multiple bus operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Warsaw Metro Marymont then take the train to Berlin Hbf and then to Basel Bad Bf.
- Duration1 day 3h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costCHF 240($245)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tallinn and Basel
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tallinn to Basel by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CHF 110 ($110) and will take around 1 day 14h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 280 ($285).
The distance between Tallinn and Basel is around 1,759km (1,093 miles).
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Tallinn and Basel by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 23h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Tallinn to Basel is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx CHF 280 ($285).
The cheapest way to travel between Tallinn and Basel, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CHF 110 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tallinn and Basel. We recommend that you fly from Tallinn (TLL) to Basel (BSL). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Tallinn and Basel. It typically takes around 1 day 14h and departs 3 times a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Tallinn to Basel. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Łomża dworzec autobusowy. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 14h.
FlixBus and Autokar Polska run regular bus services between Tallinn and Basel. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 1 day 14h on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Tallinn and Basel. Flights depart from Tallinn (TLL) and arrive at Basel (BSL) - via Frankfurt (FRA). The flight takes around 3h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Tallinn to Basel. There is however a flight that goes via Frankfurt (FRA). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Tallinn to Basel typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Tallinn (TLL) and and arrive into Basel (BSL).
The closest major airport to Basel is Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) which is approximately 74km (46 miles) from Basel. Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) and Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Tallinn and Basel. The distance is around 2,241km (1,393 miles) by road and it will take around 23h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tallinn to Basel is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around CHF 280 ($285).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tallinn and Basel
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 3h 45m | CHF 280($285) | every 15 mins | 1,759km (1,093 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 20m | CHF 545($550) | every 3 hours | 1,803km (1,120 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 6h 30m | CHF 415($425) | hourly | 1,934km (1,201 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Train | 6h 45m | CHF 425($430) | every 3 hours | 1,985km (1,233 miles) |
Bus | 1 day 14h | CHF 110($110) | 3 times a week | 2,526km (1,570 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 1 day 3h | CHF 240($245) | once daily | 2,441km (1,517 miles) |
| Bus to Riga Central Bus Station, train | 1 day 14h | CHF 265($270) | twice a week | 2,668km (1,658 miles) |
Drive | 23h 40m | CHF 445($450) | on demand | 2,241km (1,393 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tallinn and Basel
Airlines
Air Baltic
Ferry operators
Tallink
Viking Line
Train operators
SBB GmbH
Bus companies
Autokar Polska
Lux Express
1188 Latvia
Peatus Estonia
Airports near Basel
The following major airports near Basel offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Switzerland and internationally.
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
- Distance
- 74km (46 miles) from Basel
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
- Distance
- 149km (92 miles) from Basel
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
- Distance
- 186km (115 miles) from Basel