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 40 - SFr 100 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 80 - SFr 220.

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 40 - SFr 100.

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 40 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 160 - SFr 230 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 49m 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 320+ 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)plane PRG - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Oltentrain
5h 59m
CHF 81–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N872
12h 3m
CHF 45–96
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Sbbtrain Ec
14h 38m
CHF 169–228
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich Hbnighttrain En
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oensingentrain Ic5
16h 32m
CHF 214–291
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane PRG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oensingentrain
5h 59m
CHF 87–209
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane PRG - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Renens VDtrain
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Oensingentrain
7h 55m
CHF 98–280
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Freisingtrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
9h 44m
CHF 172–364
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DRS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oensingentrain
8h 20m
CHF 159–401
Drive 719 km
1. Drive from Prague to Balsthalcar 719 km
6h 49m
CHF 117–169

Prague to Balsthal by bus and train

9Weekly 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 30–85 and the journey takes 9h 40m. Alternatively, ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Sbb once daily. Tickets cost CHF 150–200 and the journey takes 12h 50m.

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