How to get from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal by bus and train?

From Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal by bus and train

To get from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal in Geneve, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the R4 train from St-Saphorin station to Lausanne station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC51 train and finally take the 130 bus from Laufen, Bahnhof station to Balsthal, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balsthal on the Moovit app.

261min
Train - R4R4
Train - IC51IC51
Bus - 130130
Leaves from St-Saphorin

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux)
  • 2
    Train - R4R4
    Wait for train
    R4
    Cossonay-Penthalaz
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lausanne
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - IC51IC51
    Wait for train
    IC51
    Basel Sbb
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Laufen
    121 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Laufen, Bahnhof
    150 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 130130
    Wait for bus
    130
    Balsthal, Bahnhof
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Balsthal, Bahnhof
    Ride to bus station
    Balsthal, Bahnhof
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal

The distance between Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux), Geneve and Balsthal, Geneve is approximately 200.29 km, which can typically be travelled in 261 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal

To check the bus and train schedule from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux)) and destination (Balsthal), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal?

    The fastest way takes 261 minutes, using Train line R4, Train line IC51, Bus line 130.

  • Is there a direct train between Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) and Balsthal in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 21 min.

  • Which train line goes from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal in Geneve?

    The R4 train line goes from Lausanne station near Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Laufen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Laufen station near Balsthal in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to Balsthal in Geneve by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) and Balsthal in Geneve by train and bus is about 4 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) to get to Balsthal in Geneve?

    Get on the R4 train from the Lausanne station near Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux) and Balsthal in Geneve?

    Get off the train at the Laufen stop, which is closest to Balsthal in Geneve.

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