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

The cheapest way to get from Rothenburg to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 15 - SFr 22 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothenburg to Basel is to drive which takes 57 min and costs SFr 15 - SFr 22.

Is there a direct train between Rothenburg and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Rothenburg to Basel. However, there are services departing from Emmenbrücke Kapf and arriving at Basel SBB via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Rothenburg to Basel?

The distance between Rothenburg and Basel is 99 km. The road distance is 90.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rothenburg to Basel without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Rothenburg to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rothenburg to Basel train from?

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

Where does the Rothenburg to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rothenburg to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothenburg to Basel is 91 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Rothenburg to Basel.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luzern to Basel SBBtrain Ic21 / ...
1h 46m
CHF 24–38
Drive 90.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rothenburg to Baselcar 90.8 km
57 min
CHF 16–22
Train via Sursee
1. Take the train from Emmenbrücke Kapf to Surseetrain S1 / ...
2. Take the train from Sursee to Basel SBBtrain Ir27 / ...
2h 10m
CHF 26–43

Rothenburg to Basel by train

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Distance: 99.5 km
Duration: 1h 46m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Luzern to Basel SBB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 28–45 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Schweizerische Südostbahn AG also services this route every 4 hours.

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