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

The cheapest way to get from Rorschach to Basel is to train via Schaffhausen which costs SFr 22 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rorschach to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Rorschach and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Rorschach to Basel. However, there are services departing from Rorschach and arriving at Basel SBB via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Rorschach to Basel?

The distance between Rorschach and Basel is 190 km. The road distance is 177.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rorschach to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Rorschach to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rorschach to Basel train from?

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

Where does the Rorschach to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rorschach to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Rorschach to Basel is 177 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Rorschach to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Rorschach to Basel - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Rorschach to Basel by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rorschach to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ir36 / ...
2h 43m
CHF 42–70
Train via Schaffhausen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Romanshorn to Schaffhausentrain S1
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Basel Bad Bftrain Re3
4h 8m
CHF 23–41
Drive 177.2 km
1. Drive from Rorschach to Baselcar 177.2 km
1h 53m
CHF 29–41

Rorschach to Basel by train

246Weekly Trains

2h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.9 km
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Rorschach, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Rorschach to Basel SBB via Zürich HB in around 2h 43m.

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