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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lichtensteig is to bus which costs SFr 4 - SFr 12 and takes 4h 9m.

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 22 - SFr 35.

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 Wil SG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Basel to Lichtensteig?

The distance between Basel and Lichtensteig is 162 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 which takes 2h 55m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Basel to Lichtensteig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lichtensteig train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Lichtensteig?

The best way to get from Basel to Lichtensteig is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 4 - SFr 12 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Basel to Lichtensteig train arrive?

Basel to Lichtensteig train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich 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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Lichtensteig by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Wil SGtrain Ir13 / ...
2h 55m
CHF 48–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallenbus
4h 9m
CHF 5–12
Drive 141.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Lichtensteigcar 141.4 km
1h 47m
CHF 23–32
Train via Schaffhausen
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Schaffhausentrain Re3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Wil SGtrain S1
4h 32m
CHF 28–50

Basel to Lichtensteig by train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.4 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Lichtensteig via Zürich HB and Wil SG in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, Bogojevic Reisen operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 1 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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