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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Richterswil is to drive which costs SFr 17 - SFr 25 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Richterswil is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 25.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Richterswil?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Richterswil. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Richterswil via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Basel to Richterswil?

The distance between Basel and Richterswil is 109 km. The road distance is 110 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Richterswil without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 42m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Basel to Richterswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Richterswil train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Richterswil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Richterswil?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Richterswil is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Basel to Richterswil.

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

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Where can I stay near Richterswil?

There are 1021+ hotels available in Richterswil.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Richterswil 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 Stationbus N474 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Richterswiltrain S2 / ...
1h 42m
CHF 20–24
Drive 110 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Richterswilcar 110 km
1h 15m
CHF 18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Richterswiltrain S2 / ...
1h 50m
CHF 32–49

Basel to Richterswil by bus and train

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1h 42mAverage Duration

CHF 20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Richterswil via Zürich HB in around 1h 50m.

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