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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Rotkreuz is to drive which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Rotkreuz is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 25.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Rotkreuz?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Rotkreuz. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Rotkreuz via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Basel to Rotkreuz?

The distance between Basel and Rotkreuz is 110 km. The road distance is 102.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Rotkreuz without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Basel to Rotkreuz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rotkreuz train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Rotkreuz train arrive?

Basel to Rotkreuz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Basel to Rotkreuz?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Rotkreuz is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Basel to Rotkreuz.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotkreuz?

There are 628+ hotels available in Rotkreuz.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Rotkreuz 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 LuzernIr27 / ...
1h 44m
CHF 30–50
Drive 102.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Rotkreuz102.8 km
1h 12m
CHF 17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus StationN474 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to RotkreuzIr75 / ...
2h 11m
CHF 30–38
Train via Olten
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to OltenS3 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to RotkreuzS26 / ...
2h 14m
CHF 22–48

Basel to Rotkreuz by train

227Weekly Trains

1h 44mAverage Duration

CHF 30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.7 km
Duration: 1h 44m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Luzern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 20–40 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Südostbahn also services this route every 4 hours.

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