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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Rothenburg is to bus which costs SFr 4 - SFr 7 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Rothenburg is to drive which takes 58 min and costs SFr 14 - SFr 22.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Rothenburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Rothenburg. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Rothenburg, Flecken via Luzern, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Rothenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Rothenburg. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Emmenbrücke Kapf via Sursee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Basel to Rothenburg?

The distance between Basel and Rothenburg is 85 km. The road distance is 91.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Rothenburg without a car is to train via Sursee which takes 1h 27m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Basel to Rothenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rothenburg bus from?

Basel to Rothenburg bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rothenburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Rothenburg?

The best way to get from Basel to Rothenburg is to train via Sursee which takes 1h 27m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 4 - SFr 7 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Basel to Rothenburg bus arrive?

Basel to Rothenburg bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Luzern, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Basel to Rothenburg train arrive?

Basel to Rothenburg train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Sursee station.

Can I drive from Basel to Rothenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Rothenburg is 91 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Basel to Rothenburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Rothenburg?

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Rothenburg by train, bus, or car

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Train via Sursee
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Surseetrain Ir27 / ...
2. Take the train from Sursee to Emmenbrücke Kapftrain S1 / ...
1h 27m
CHF 30–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
2h 12m
CHF 4–7
Drive 91.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Rothenburgcar 91.1 km
58 min
CHF 15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
1h 28m
CHF 32–52

Basel to Rothenburg by train

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Distance: 85.3 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Emmenbrücke Kapf via Sursee in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, Zlatan Prevoz doo operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhof once a week. Tickets cost CHF 4–7 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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