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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Nesslau is to drive which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Nesslau is to drive which takes 2h and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Nesslau?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Nesslau. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Nesslau-Neu St. Johann via Zürich HB, Rapperswil SG and Wattwil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Basel to Nesslau?

The distance between Basel and Nesslau is 168 km. The road distance is 150.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Nesslau without a car is to train via Rapperswil SG which takes 3h 31m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Basel to Nesslau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Nesslau train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Nesslau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Nesslau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Nesslau is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Basel to Nesslau.

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

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Where can I stay near Nesslau?

There are 618+ hotels available in Nesslau.

Basel to Nesslau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 622 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Nesslau 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 via Rapperswil SG
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGtrain S15 / ...
3h 31m
CHF 39–64
Drive 150.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Nesslaucar 150.5 km
2h
CHF 24–35
Bus, train, line 622 bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Stationbus N11 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGtrain S15 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rapperswil SG, Bahnhof to Wattwil, Bahnhofbus 622
4h 51m
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to St. Gallentrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the train from St. Gallen to Nesslau-Neu St. Johanntrain S2
4h 1m
CHF 36–85
Train via Schaffhausen
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Schaffhausentrain Re3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Wil SGtrain S1
5h 49m
CHF 31–55

Basel to Nesslau by train

124Weekly Trains

3h 31mAverage Duration

CHF 39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Nesslau-Neu St. Johann via Zürich HB, Rapperswil SG, and Wattwil in around 3h 31m.

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