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

The cheapest way to get from Pavia to Balsthal is to train and bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 10h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pavia to Balsthal is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct train between Pavia and Balsthal?

No, there is no direct train from Pavia to Balsthal. However, there are services departing from Pavia and arriving at Balsthal via Milano Centrale, Lugano, Olten and Oensingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Pavia to Balsthal?

The distance between Pavia and Balsthal is 351 km. The road distance is 339.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Pavia to Balsthal without a car is to train via Lugano which takes 6h 35m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Pavia to Balsthal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pavia to Balsthal train from?

Pavia to Balsthal train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Milano Centrale station.

Train or bus from Pavia to Balsthal?

The best way to get from Pavia to Balsthal is to train via Lugano which takes 6h 35m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 100 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Pavia to Balsthal train arrive?

Pavia to Balsthal train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Pavia to Balsthal?

Yes, the driving distance between Pavia to Balsthal is 339 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Pavia to Balsthal.

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

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Where can I stay near Balsthal?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pavia to Balsthal by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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 Lugano
best
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Lugano to OltenIc21 / ...
6h 35m
CHF 44–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milan to Olten GosgerstrasseMarinoBus 251 / ...
8h 33m
CHF 35–96
Drive 339.2 km
1. Drive from Pavia to Balsthal339.2 km
3h 45m
CHF 55–80
Train
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich HbEc
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to OensingenIc5
6h 44m
CHF 61–116
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pavia to Garbagnate MilaneseS13
2. Take the bus from Arese to Olten Station
10h 58m
CHF 36–56

Pavia to Balsthal by train

74Weekly Trains

6h 35mAverage Duration

CHF 44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 350.7 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Pavia, Italy and Balsthal, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Pavia to Balsthal via Milano Centrale, Lugano, Olten, and Oensingen in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, Marino Autolinee S.p.A. operates a bus from Milan to Olten Gosgerstrasse twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 26–35 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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