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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Rapperswil is to drive which costs SFr 19 - SFr 28 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Rapperswil is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 28.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Rapperswil?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Rapperswil. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Rapperswil SG via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Basel to Rapperswil?

The distance between Basel and Rapperswil is 120 km. The road distance is 121.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Rapperswil without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Basel to Rapperswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rapperswil train from?

Basel to Rapperswil train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where does the Basel to Rapperswil train arrive?

Basel to Rapperswil train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Basel to Rapperswil?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Rapperswil is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Basel to Rapperswil.

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

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Where can I stay near Rapperswil?

There are 280+ hotels available in Rapperswil.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Rapperswil 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 HBIce / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGS7 / ...
1h 39m
CHF 24–61
Drive 121.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Rapperswil121.6 km
1h 22m
CHF 20–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus StationN474 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGS7 / ...
1h 51m
CHF 24–30
Train via Basel SBB
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBIr36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGS7 / ...
1h 58m
CHF 36–57

Basel to Rapperswil by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.7 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Rapperswil, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Rapperswil SG via Zürich HB in around 1h 39m.

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