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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Thurgau is to bus and train which costs SFr 14 - SFr 35 and takes 2h 8m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Basel and Thurgau?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Thurgau. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Frauenfeld via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Basel to Thurgau?

The distance between Basel and Thurgau is 128 km. The road distance is 125.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Thurgau without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 8m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Basel to Thurgau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Thurgau train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Thurgau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Thurgau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Thurgau is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Basel to Thurgau.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurgau?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Thurgau by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N474 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Frauenfeldtrain S24 / ...
2h 8m
CHF 14–34
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Frauenfeldtrain S24 / ...
2h 16m
CHF 24–58
Drive 125.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Frauenfeldcar 125.1 km
1h 22m
CHF 20–28

Basel to Thurgau by bus and train

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2h 8mAverage Duration

CHF 14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.1 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Frauenfeld via Zürich HB in around 2h 16m.

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