What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Effretikon?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Effretikon is to drive which costs SFr 15 - SFr 23 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Effretikon?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Effretikon is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Effretikon?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Effretikon. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Effretikon via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Basel to Effretikon?

The distance between Basel and Effretikon is 99 km. The road distance is 97.7 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Effretikon without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Effretikon without a car is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 22.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Effretikon?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Basel to Effretikon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Effretikon train from?

Basel to Effretikon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Effretikon?

The best way to get from Basel to Effretikon is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 28 - SFr 50 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Basel to Effretikon train arrive?

Basel to Effretikon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Basel to Effretikon?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Effretikon is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Basel to Effretikon.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Effretikon?

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Where can I stay near Effretikon?

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Basel to Effretikon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Effretikon by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus StationN474 / ...
1h 27m
CHF 17–21
Drive 97.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Effretikon97.7 km
1h 5m
CHF 16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBIr36 / ...
1h 34m
CHF 29–48

Basel to Effretikon by bus and train

88Weekly Services

1h 27mAverage Duration

CHF 17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basel to Effretikon.

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Distance: 99.4 km
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Effretikon, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost CHF 8–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 19–40 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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