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

The cheapest way to get from Lachen to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 20 - SFr 30 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lachen to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 30.

Is there a direct train between Lachen and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Lachen to Basel. However, there are services departing from Lachen SZ and arriving at Basel SBB via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Lachen to Basel?

The distance between Lachen and Basel is 127 km. The road distance is 124.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lachen to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Lachen to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lachen to Basel train from?

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

Where does the Lachen to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lachen to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lachen to Basel is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Lachen to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lachen to Basel 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 Lachen SZ to Zürich HBS2 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIr36 / ...
2h 6m
CHF 40–60
Drive 124.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lachen to Basel124.1 km
1h 23m
CHF 21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lachen SZ to Zürich HBS2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel SBBN474 / ...
2h 44m
CHF 28–32
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Lachen SZ to Zürich HBS2 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIce / ...
2h 25m
CHF 28–50

Lachen to Basel by train

391Weekly Trains

2h 6mAverage Duration

CHF 40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.9 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lachen SZ to Basel SBB via Zürich HB in around 2h 6m.

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