What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Rigi Railways?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Rigi Railways is to bus which costs SFr 15 - SFr 18 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Rigi Railways?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Rigi Railways is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 28.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Rigi Railways?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Rigi Railways station. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at Vitznau, Station via Brunnen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Basel to Rigi Railways?

The distance between Basel and Rigi Railways is 120 km. The road distance is 121.9 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Rigi Railways without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Rigi Railways without a car is to train and line 508 bus which takes 2h 27m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Rigi Railways?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Basel to Rigi Railways, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rigi Railways bus from?

Basel to Rigi Railways bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Where does the Basel to Rigi Railways bus arrive?

Basel to Rigi Railways bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Brunnen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Rigi Railways?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Rigi Railways is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Basel to Rigi Railways.

Where can I stay near Rigi Railways?

There are 792+ hotels available in Rigi Railways.

Basel to Rigi Railways - 4 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Rigi Railways by train, bus, car, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 508 bus
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Küssnacht am Rigi, Bahnhof to Vitznau, Park Hotelbus 502 / ...
2h 27m
CHF 33–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brunnen, Bahnhofbus Senise
3h 59m
CHF 15–17
Drive 121.9 km
1. Drive from Basel to Rigi Railwayscar 121.9 km
1h 28m
CHF 19–28
Train, line 3600 ferry
1. Take the train from Gelterkinden to Luzerntrain Ir27
2. Take the ferry from Luzern Bahnhofquai to Vitznauferry 3600
4h 10m
CHF 51–76

Basel to Rigi Railways by train, bus, and foot

137Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

CHF 33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.6 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Rigi Railways, Switzerland?

Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brunnen, Bahnhof twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 11 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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