What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Balsthal?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Balsthal is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Balsthal?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Balsthal is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Balsthal?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Balsthal. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Balsthal via Renens VD, Biel/Bienne and Oensingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Geneva to Balsthal?

The distance between Geneva and Balsthal is 202 km. The road distance is 208.5 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Balsthal without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Balsthal without a car is to train via Lausanne which takes 3h 39m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 90.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Balsthal?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Geneva to Balsthal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Balsthal train from?

Geneva to Balsthal train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Where does the Geneva to Balsthal train arrive?

Geneva to Balsthal train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Renens VD station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Balsthal?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Balsthal is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Geneva to Balsthal.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Balsthal?

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Where can I stay near Balsthal?

There are 322+ hotels available in Balsthal.

Geneva to Balsthal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Balsthal by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Lausanne
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Renens VDtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Biel/Biennetrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Oensingentrain S20 / ...
3h 39m
CHF 47–89
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Bernbus FlixBus N872 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Oltentrain Ic61 / ...
4h 54m
CHF 26–66
Drive 208.5 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Balsthalcar 208.5 km
2h 11m
CHF 33–47
Fly, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oensingentrain
2h 57m
CHF 104–259
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Berntrain Ir15 / ...
4h 3m
CHF 60–91

Geneva to Balsthal by train

203Weekly Trains

3h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.5 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Balsthal, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Genève to Balsthal via Renens VD, Biel/Bienne, and Oensingen in around 3h 39m.

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