The average train between Basel and Lichtensteig takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Lichtensteig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Basel and Lichtensteig. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:04 PM which arrives into Lichtensteig at 10:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Zürich HB and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Lichtensteig? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lichtensteig. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Lichtensteig station via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Basel to Lichtensteig train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Lichtensteig train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Lichtensteig station.
Book your Basel to Lichtensteig train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Basel and Lichtensteig is 116.8 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Lichtensteig via Zürich HB and Rapperswil SG in around 2h 35m.