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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Schwetzingen is to bus which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Schwetzingen is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Schwetzingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Schwetzingen. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Schwetzingen, Bahnhof via Heidelberg, Betriebshof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Schwetzingen?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Schwetzingen. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Schwetzingen, Bahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Basel to Schwetzingen?

The distance between Basel and Schwetzingen is 241 km. The road distance is 244.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Schwetzingen without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs €45 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Basel to Schwetzingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Schwetzingen bus from?

Basel to Schwetzingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Schwetzingen train from?

Basel to Schwetzingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Schwetzingen?

The best way to get from Basel to Schwetzingen is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Basel to Schwetzingen bus arrive?

Basel to Schwetzingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint station.

Where does the Basel to Schwetzingen train arrive?

Basel to Schwetzingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Schwetzingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Schwetzingen is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Basel to Schwetzingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Schwetzingen?

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Basel to Schwetzingen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Schwetzingen, Bahnhoftrain S9 / ...
2h 41m
€46–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 107
5h 10m
€22–40
Night train
1. Take the night train from Basel Sbb to Heidelberg Hbfnighttrain Nj
3h 41m
€23–95
Drive 244.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Schwetzingencar 244.7 km
2h 3m
€43–62

Basel to Schwetzingen by train

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2h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.7 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Schwetzingen, Germany?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Schwetzingen, Bahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 3h 54m.

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