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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Effretikon is to bus and train which costs SFr 11 - SFr 16 and takes 1h 20m.

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 6m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 22.

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 36m.

How far is it from Basel to Effretikon?

The distance between Basel and Effretikon is 100 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 and train which takes 1h 20m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m 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.

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 6m 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Effretikontrain S8 / ...
1h 20m
CHF 12–15
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 36m
CHF 28–45
Drive 97.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Effretikoncar 97.7 km
1h 6m
CHF 16–22

Basel to Effretikon by bus and train

10Weekly Services

1h 20mAverage Duration

CHF 12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 99.8 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 20–40 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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