City Transportation
You can cross the Rhine using a ferry. There are four ferries running between Gross Basel and Klein Basel in both winter and summer. A 5-minute voyage will cost you CHF 1.6.
The most renowned form of public transportation in Basel is the streetcar. The first electric tram appeared on the city's streets in 1895. Today, Basel's streetcar system is divided into two categories: local and international. The green trams belong to the BVB company, while the yellow ones are operated by BLT. Basel's public transport also includes buses of the same colors, which are also owned by BVB and BLT.
Local Transportation
The yellow tram number 10 is an international tram that can conveniently take you to and from the French city of Leymen. The municipality of Basel promises that similar tram lines will soon be established to connect with other French cities and Germany. Yellow trams on other routes and buses provide transportation within the canton. Green trams and buses serve intra-city connections.
Fares
Basel's public transportation fares vary based on zones. On average, a ticket costs between CHF 1.8 and 2.6, while a daily pass costs CHF 8.
For useful tourist information on public transportation in Basel, you can refer to the city's website and auxiliary tourist services. Additionally, by entering your travel plans into a form on this address, you can receive an up-to-the-minute city travel plan that considers train, bus, and streetcar schedules.
