What is the cheapest way to get from Alsace to Aarau?

The cheapest way to get from Alsace to Aarau is to drive which costs SFr 24 - SFr 35 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alsace to Aarau?

The fastest way to get from Alsace to Aarau is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Alsace and Aarau?

No, there is no direct train from Alsace to Aarau. However, there are services departing from Scherwiller and arriving at Aarau via Selestat, Basel SBB and Olten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Alsace to Aarau?

The distance between Alsace and Aarau is 155 km. The road distance is 147.1 km.

How do I travel from Alsace to Aarau without a car?

The best way to get from Alsace to Aarau without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 85.

How long does it take to get from Alsace to Aarau?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Alsace to Aarau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alsace to Aarau train from?

Alsace to Aarau train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Selestat station.

Where does the Alsace to Aarau train arrive?

Alsace to Aarau train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from Alsace to Aarau?

Yes, the driving distance between Alsace to Aarau is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Alsace to Aarau.

How do I get a train ticket from Alsace to Aarau?

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Where can I stay near Aarau?

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Alsace to Aarau - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 135 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Alsace to Aarau by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Selestat to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Oltentrain S3 / ...
2h 19m
CHF 24–81
Drive 147.1 km
1. Drive from Alsace to Aaraucar 147.1 km
1h 40m
CHF 24–35
Train, line 135 bus
1. Take the train from Selestat to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Fricktrain S1
3. Take the bus from Frick, Bahnhof to Aarau, Holzmarktbus 135 / ...
3h
CHF 31–75

Alsace to Aarau by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.7 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Alsace, Grand Est, France and Aarau, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Scherwiller to Aarau via Selestat, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, and Olten in around 2h 19m.

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