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How to get from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay) by funicular and train?

From Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay) by funicular and train

To get from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one funicular line: take the IC51 train from Basel Sbb station to Yverdon-Les-Bains station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R2 train and finally take the 2003 funicular from Cossonay-Penthalaz (Funi) station to Cossonay-Ville station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 23 min. The funicular and train schedule from Basel may change. We recommend you check the updated funicular and train schedule to La Chaux (Cossonay) on the Moovit app.

203min
Train - IC51IC51
Train - R2R2
Funicular - 20032003
Walk to La Chaux (Cossonay)
Leaves from Basel Sbb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Basel
  • 2
    Train - IC51IC51
    Wait for train
    IC51
    Lausanne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Yverdon-Les-Bains
    116 min
  • 4
    Train - R2R2
    Wait for train
    R2
    Villeneuve Vd
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cossonay-Penthalaz
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to funicular station
    Walk to funicular station
    Cossonay-Penthalaz (Funi)
    290 m • 4 min
  • 7
    Funicular - 20032003
    Wait for funicular
    2003
    Cossonay-Ville
  • 8
    Ride to funicular station
    Ride to funicular station
    Cossonay-Ville
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to La Chaux (Cossonay)
    Walk to
    La Chaux (Cossonay)
    3.23 km • 41 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay)

The distance between Basel, Geneve and La Chaux (Cossonay), Geneve is approximately 168.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 203 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay) by funicular and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Funicular And Train schedule from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay)

To check the funicular and train schedule from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay) using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Basel) and destination (La Chaux (Cossonay)), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available funicular and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each funicular and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest funicular and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay)?

    The fastest way takes 203 minutes, using Train line IC51, Train line R2, Funicular line 2003.

  • Is there a direct train between Basel and La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one funicular line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve?

    The IC51 train line goes from Yverdon-Les-Bains station near Basel to Cossonay-Penthalaz station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one funicular line till Cossonay-Penthalaz station near La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Basel to La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve by train and funicular?

    The total travel time between Basel and La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve by train and funicular is about 3 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Basel to get to La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve?

    Get on the IC51 train from the Yverdon-Les-Bains station near Basel in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Basel and La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve?

    Get off the train at the Cossonay-Penthalaz station, which is closest to La Chaux (Cossonay) in Geneve.

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