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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Waldstatt is to drive which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Waldstatt is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Waldstatt?

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

Is there a direct train between Basel and Waldstatt?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Waldstatt. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Waldstatt via Zürich HB and Gossau SG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Basel to Waldstatt?

The distance between Basel and Waldstatt is 174 km. The road distance is 162.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Waldstatt without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Basel to Waldstatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Waldstatt bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Waldstatt train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Waldstatt?

The best way to get from Basel to Waldstatt is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Basel to Waldstatt bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Waldstatt train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Waldstatt?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Waldstatt is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Basel to Waldstatt.

Where can I stay near Waldstatt?

There are 697+ hotels available in Waldstatt.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Waldstatt 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 Gossau SGtrain Ir13 / ...
3h 11m
CHF 36–158
Train via Schaffhausen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Schaffhausentrain Re3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Gossau SGtrain S1
4h 13m
CHF 23–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallenbus
4h 19m
CHF 39–55
Drive 162.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Waldstattcar 162.7 km
1h 46m
CHF 26–37

Basel to Waldstatt by train

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3h 11mAverage Duration

CHF 36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basel to Waldstatt.

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Distance: 174.2 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Waldstatt via Zürich HB and Gossau SG in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, Bogojevic Reisen operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 35–55 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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