What is the cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Laufen?

The cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Laufen is to line 130 bus which costs SFr 3 - SFr 6 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balsthal to Laufen?

The fastest way to get from Balsthal to Laufen is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs SFr 150 - SFr 190.

Is there a direct bus between Balsthal and Laufen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balsthal, Bahnhof and arriving at Laufen, Bahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Balsthal and Laufen?

No, there is no direct train from Balsthal to Laufen. However, there are services departing from Balsthal and arriving at Laufen via Oensingen, Olten and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Balsthal to Laufen?

The distance between Balsthal and Laufen is 31 km. The road distance is 29.9 km.

How do I travel from Balsthal to Laufen without a car?

The best way to get from Balsthal to Laufen without a car is to line 130 bus which takes 55 min and costs SFr 3 - SFr 6.

How long does it take to get from Balsthal to Laufen?

The line 130 bus from Balsthal, Bahnhof to Laufen, Bahnhof takes 55 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Balsthal to Laufen bus from?

Balsthal to Laufen bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Balsthal, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Balsthal to Laufen train from?

Balsthal to Laufen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Olten station.

Train or bus from Balsthal to Laufen?

The best way to get from Balsthal to Laufen is to line 130 bus which takes 55 min and costs SFr 3 - SFr 6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 12 - SFr 45 and takes 2h.

Where does the Balsthal to Laufen bus arrive?

Balsthal to Laufen bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Laufen, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Balsthal to Laufen train arrive?

Balsthal to Laufen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Balsthal to Laufen?

Yes, the driving distance between Balsthal to Laufen is 30 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Balsthal to Laufen.

How do I get a train ticket from Balsthal to Laufen?

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Where can I stay near Laufen?

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Balsthal to Laufen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balsthal to Laufen by bus, train (Trenitalia), taxi, or car

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Line 130 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Balsthal, Bahnhof to Laufen, Bahnhofbus 130
55 min
CHF 3–6
Train
1. Take the train from Olten to Basel SBBtrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Laufentrain S3 / ...
2h
CHF 13–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balsthal to Laufentaxi 29.9 km
31 min
CHF 150–190
Drive 29.9 km
1. Drive from Balsthal to Laufencar 29.9 km
31 min
CHF 5–7

Balsthal to Laufen by bus

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Distance: 31 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Balsthal, Switzerland and Laufen, Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland?

PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Balsthal, Bahnhof to Laufen, Bahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 3–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balsthal to Laufen via Oensingen, Olten, and Basel SBB in around 2h.

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