Basel → Engelberg

# Basel to Engelberg Private Transfer
Private transfer · Fixed price · Door-to-door

From CHF 293 · 141 km · ~2h 26m

Why Book a Private Transfer?

A metered taxi from Basel to Engelberg typically costs CHF 351–439, with the final amount depending on traffic and the driver's meter. Our private transfer starts at a fixed CHF 293 — confirmed at booking, with no surprises.

✅ Fixed price guaranteed — the rate you see at booking is the rate you pay, regardless of traffic or detours

✅ Door-to-door pickup — your driver collects you from your hotel, apartment, or any address in Basel

✅ Professional drivers — experienced, courteous, and familiar with the route

✅ Flexible scheduling — depart when it suits you, not when the train timetable dictates

✅ Luggage freedom — ski equipment, business luggage, family gear — no restrictions

✅ Year-round all-weather tyres — every vehicle is equipped for Swiss conditions

Your Transfer: What to Expect

Pickup: Your driver collects you from your hotel, apartment, or any address in Basel at the time you specify. No need to drag luggage to a train station or navigate public transport.

The Route: Your driver takes the A2 south from Basel through the Jura foothills to Lucerne, then exits at Stans-Süd. The final 20 km winds through the picturesque Engelberger Tal valley, climbing gradually through alpine meadows and past waterfalls to Engelberg at 1,000 metres beneath the dramatic peak of Mt. Titlis.

Duration & Traffic: Under normal conditions the drive takes approximately 2h 26m. The A2 to Lucerne/Stans is fast. The valley road to Engelberg can slow on ski-season Saturdays. Winter conditions require appropriate vehicle equipment.

Transfer Prices: Basel to Engelberg

Vehicle Class	Capacity	Luggage	Price	---	---	---	---	---	---	Economy Sedan	Up to 3–4 passengers	Up to 3 bags	CHF 293
Business Class	Up to 3–4 passengers	Up to 3 bags	CHF 389
Economy Van	Up to 6–7 passengers	Up to 7 bags	CHF 410
Premium Van	Up to 6–7 passengers	Up to 7 bags	CHF 527

*All prices are per vehicle, not per person. Price confirmed at booking — no surge pricing. Same price applies for the return direction (Engelberg → Basel).*

Engelberg: What Awaits You

Engelberg sits in a sun-drenched valley beneath the dramatic peak of Mt. Titlis (3,238 m), home to the world's first revolving cable car — the TITLIS Rotair — which completes a full 360-degree rotation during the ride to the summit. The glacier at the top offers year-round snow activities, including a cliff walk suspension bridge at 3,041 metres that ranks among the highest in Europe. The village grew around a Benedictine monastery founded in 1120, and the abbey church remains the spiritual heart of the community. In winter, 82 km of varied pistes serve central Switzerland's premier ski area; in summer, 360 km of marked trails transform it into a hiking paradise.

Private Transfer vs. Other Options

Option	Cost	Time	Comfort	Flexibility	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	Private Transfer	CHF 293–527	~2h 26m, door-to-door	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — depart when you want
Metered Taxi	CHF 351–439	~2h 26m	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐ — availability varies
Train	CHF varies	fixed schedule + station transfers	⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐ — tied to timetable
Rental Car	CHF 60–90/day + fuel + parking	~2h 26m + pickup/return	⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐ — but parking hassle

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Basel to Engelberg?
The distance is 141 km and the drive normally takes 2h 26m. The A2 to Lucerne/Stans is fast. The valley road to Engelberg can slow on ski-season Saturdays. Winter conditions require appropriate vehicle equipment.

Is there a train from Basel to Engelberg?
Trains from Basel to Engelberg take about 2 hours 30 minutes via Lucerne with one change. A private transfer takes about 2 hours 25 minutes door-to-door.

Can I also book Engelberg → Basel?
Yes — the return direction is available at the same price. You can book both directions together during checkout or add the return separately. Your driver picks you up from any address in Engelberg.

What happens if I need to change my schedule?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. Cancellation insurance may be available for added flexibility.

Booking Information

- Instant confirmation — your booking is confirmed the moment you complete it
- Secure online payment or pay driver — choose between online card payment or cash/card directly to the driver
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours — cancel at no cost with at least 24 hours' notice. Cancellation insurance may be available for added flexibility
- Licensed, insured & inspected vehicles — every car meets transport authority standards
- Child seats available on request — infant, toddler, and booster seats provided when requested at booking

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