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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Rorschach is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Rorschach is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Rorschach?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Rorschach. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at Rorschach, Signalstrasse via St. Gallen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Rorschach?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Rorschach. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Rorschach Stadt via Zürich HB and St. Gallen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Basel to Rorschach?

The distance between Basel and Rorschach is 189 km. The road distance is 177.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Rorschach without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Basel to Rorschach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rorschach bus from?

Basel to Rorschach bus services, operated by Bogojevic Reisen, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rorschach train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Rorschach?

The best way to get from Basel to Rorschach is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Basel to Rorschach bus arrive?

Basel to Rorschach bus services, operated by Bogojevic Reisen, arrive at St. Gallen station.

Where does the Basel to Rorschach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Rorschach?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Rorschach is 177 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Basel to Rorschach.

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

Book your Basel to Rorschach train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rorschach?

There are 2581+ hotels available in Rorschach.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Rorschach 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 St. Gallentrain Ic5 / ...
2h 49m
CHF 49–184
Train via Schaffhausen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Schaffhausentrain Re3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Romanshorntrain S1 / ...
3h 25m
CHF 23–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallenbus
4h 19m
CHF 28–33
Drive 177.3 km
1. Drive from Basel to Rorschachcar 177.3 km
1h 52m
CHF 29–41

Basel to Rorschach by train

424Weekly Trains

2h 49mAverage Duration

CHF 49Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel to Rorschach.

Launch map view

Distance: 188.8 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Rorschach Stadt via Zürich HB and St. Gallen in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, Bogojevic Reisen operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 25–29 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.