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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Widnau is to bus which costs SFr 36 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Widnau is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Widnau?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Widnau. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at Heerbrugg, Bahnhof via St. Gallen, Bahnhof and Heiden, Post. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Widnau?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Widnau. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Heerbrugg via Sargans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Basel to Widnau?

The distance between Basel and Widnau is 224 km. The road distance is 196 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Widnau without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Basel to Widnau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Widnau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Widnau train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Widnau?

The best way to get from Basel to Widnau is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 36 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Basel to Widnau bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Widnau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Widnau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Widnau is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Basel to Widnau.

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

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Where can I stay near Widnau?

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There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Widnau by train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Sarganstrain Ic3 / ...
2. Take the train from Sargans to Heerbruggtrain Ir13
2h 38m
CHF 18–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallenbus
5h 26m
CHF 37–40
Drive 196 km
1. Drive from Basel to Widnaucar 196 km
2h 2m
CHF 33–48
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Basel Sbb to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to St. Gallen(Ch)train Ec
3h
CHF 37–78
Train via Zurich #2
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Heerbruggtrain Ir13
3h 58m
CHF 63–94

Basel to Widnau by train

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Distance: 223.5 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Heerbrugg via Sargans in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, Bogojevic Reisen operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 33 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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