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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Balsthal is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 95 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Balsthal is to fly and train which takes 5h 59m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 210.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Balsthal?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Balsthal. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Balsthal via Basel SBB, Olten and Oensingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 38m.

How far is it from Prague to Balsthal?

The distance between Prague and Balsthal is 648 km. The road distance is 719 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Balsthal without a car is to bus which takes 12h 3m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Prague to Balsthal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Balsthal train from?

Prague to Balsthal train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Balsthal?

The best way to get from Prague to Balsthal is to bus which takes 12h 3m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 130 - SFr 210 and takes 14h 38m.

Where does the Prague to Balsthal train arrive?

Prague to Balsthal train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from Prague to Balsthal?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Balsthal is 719 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Prague to Balsthal.

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

Book your Prague to Balsthal train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Balsthal?

There are 328+ hotels available in Balsthal.

Prague to Balsthal - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Prague to Balsthal by plane, train, bus, night train, 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.

Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Basel, train
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Basel (BSL)PRG - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Olten
5h 59m
CHF 74–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague to Basel SBBFlixBus N872
12h 3m
CHF 45–94
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel SbbEc
14h 38m
CHF 135–201
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich HbEn
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to OensingenIc5
16h 32m
CHF 208–291
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)PRG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oensingen
5h 59m
CHF 83–202
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)PRG - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Renens VD
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Oensingen
7h 55m
CHF 97–267
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Freising
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)MUC - BSL
9h 44m
CHF 172–357
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbf
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)DRS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oensingen
8h 33m
CHF 151–378
Drive 719 km
1. Drive from Prague to Balsthal719 km
6h 46m
CHF 116–167

Prague to Balsthal by bus and train

7Weekly Services

12h 3mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 648.5 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Balsthal, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Prague to Basel SBB once daily. Tickets cost CHF 30–80 and the journey takes 9h 40m. Alternatively, ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Sbb once daily. Tickets cost CHF 120–180 and the journey takes 12h 50m.

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