What is the cheapest way to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps?

The cheapest way to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps is to drive which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps?

The fastest way to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Schaffhausen and Swiss Alps?

No, there is no direct train from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps. However, there are services departing from Schaffhausen and arriving at Airolo via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps?

The distance between Schaffhausen and Swiss Alps is 180 km. The road distance is 166.2 km.

How do I travel from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps without a car?

The best way to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 110.

How long does it take to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps train from?

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

Where does the Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps train arrive?

Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps?

Yes, the driving distance between Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps.

Where can I stay near Swiss Alps?

There are 358+ hotels available in Swiss Alps.

Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 410 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Zürich HBtrain Re48 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Airolotrain Ir46
4h 54m
CHF 53–107
Drive 166.2 km
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1. Drive from Schaffhausen to Swiss Alpscar 166.2 km
2h 8m
CHF 28–40
Train, line 410 bus
1. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Zürich HBtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Altdorf URtrain Ic2
3. Take the bus from Altdorf UR, Bahnhof Ost to Andermatt, Bahnhofplatzbus 410
5h 26m

Schaffhausen to Swiss Alps by train and bus

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4h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.5 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Schaffhausen, Switzerland and Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Schaffhausen to Gotthard Passhöhe via Zürich HB, Airolo, and Airolo, Stazione in around 4h 54m.

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