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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lichtensteig is to drive which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lichtensteig is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Lichtensteig?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Lichtensteig. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at St. Gallen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lichtensteig?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lichtensteig. However, there are services departing from Basel Sbb and arriving at Lichtensteig via Zürich HB and Rapperswil SG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Basel to Lichtensteig?

The distance between Basel and Lichtensteig is 158 km. The road distance is 141.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Lichtensteig without a car is to train via Rapperswil SG which takes 2h 35m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Basel to Lichtensteig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lichtensteig bus from?

Basel to Lichtensteig bus services, operated by Bogojevic Reisen, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lichtensteig train from?

Basel to Lichtensteig train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Basel Sbb station.

Train or bus from Basel to Lichtensteig?

The best way to get from Basel to Lichtensteig is to train via Rapperswil SG which takes 2h 35m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Basel to Lichtensteig bus arrive?

Basel to Lichtensteig bus services, operated by Bogojevic Reisen, arrive at St. Gallen station.

Where does the Basel to Lichtensteig train arrive?

Basel to Lichtensteig train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Basel to Lichtensteig?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lichtensteig is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Basel to Lichtensteig.

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

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Where can I stay near Lichtensteig?

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Basel to Lichtensteig - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Lichtensteig by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train via Rapperswil SG
best
1. Take the train from Basel Sbb to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGtrain S15 / ...
3. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Lichtensteigtrain S4
2h 35m
CHF 46–95
Drive 141.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Lichtensteigcar 141.4 km
1h 47m
CHF 24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallenbus
4h 8m
CHF 34–43
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Wil SGtrain Ir13 / ...
2h 56m
CHF 39–157

Basel to Lichtensteig by train

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Distance: 158.1 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Basel Sbb to Lichtensteig via Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Rapperswil SG in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, Bogojevic Reisen operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 29–33 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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