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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lachen is to drive which costs SFr 19 - SFr 29 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lachen is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 29.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lachen?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lachen. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lachen SZ via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Basel to Lachen?

The distance between Basel and Lachen is 121 km. The road distance is 122.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Lachen without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 57m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Basel to Lachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lachen train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Lachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Lachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lachen is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Basel to Lachen.

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

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Where can I stay near Lachen?

There are 309+ hotels available in Lachen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Lachen 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 SBB to Zurich Bus StationN474 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lachen SZS2 / ...
1h 57m
CHF 27–34
Drive 122.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Lachen122.6 km
1h 25m
CHF 20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBIr36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lachen SZS2 / ...
2h 4m
CHF 39–61

Basel to Lachen by bus and train

89Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

CHF 27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 121.1 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Lachen SZ via Zürich HB in around 2h 4m.

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