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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Balsthal is to drive which costs SFr 12 - SFr 19 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Balsthal is to drive which takes 55 min and costs SFr 12 - SFr 19.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Balsthal?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Balsthal. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Balsthal via Oensingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Zurich to Balsthal?

The distance between Zurich and Balsthal is 76 km. The road distance is 80.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Balsthal without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Zurich to Balsthal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Balsthal train from?

Zurich to Balsthal train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Where does the Zurich to Balsthal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Balsthal?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Balsthal is 80 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Zurich to Balsthal.

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

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Where can I stay near Balsthal?

There are 336+ hotels available in Balsthal.

Zurich to Balsthal - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Zurich to Balsthal by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oensingentrain Ir55 / ...
1h 16m
CHF 24–70
Drive 80.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Balsthalcar 80.5 km
55 min
CHF 13–19

Zurich to Balsthal by train

121Weekly Trains

1h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.7 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Balsthal, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Oensingen hourly. Tickets cost CHF 23–70 and the journey takes 44 min.

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