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How to get from Herisau to Balsthal by bus and train?

From Herisau to Balsthal by bus and train

To get from Herisau to Balsthal in Geneve, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the VAE train from Herisau station to Pfäffikon Sz station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IR35 train and finally take the 127 bus from Olten, Bahnhof station to Oensingen, Post station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 54 min. The bus and train schedule from Herisau may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balsthal on the Moovit app.

234min
Train - VAEVAE
Train - IR35IR35
Bus - 127127
Walk to Balsthal
Leaves from Herisau

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Herisau
  • 2
    Train - VAEVAE
    Wait for train
    VAE
    Luzern
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Pfäffikon Sz
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pfäffikon Sz
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - IR35IR35
    Wait for train
    IR35
    Bern
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Olten
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Olten, Bahnhof
    170 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 127127
    Wait for bus
    127
    Oensingen, Bahnhof
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oensingen, Post
    40 min
  • 10
    Walk to Balsthal
    Walk to
    Balsthal
    3.94 km • 50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Herisau to Balsthal

The distance between Herisau, Geneve and Balsthal, Geneve is approximately 169.42 km, which can typically be travelled in 234 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Herisau 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 Herisau to Balsthal

To check the bus and train schedule from Herisau to Balsthal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Herisau) 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.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Herisau to Balsthal?

    The fastest way takes 234 minutes, using Train line VAE, Train line IR35, Bus line 127.

  • Is there a direct train between Herisau and Balsthal in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Herisau to Balsthal in Geneve?

    The VAE train line goes from Pfäffikon Sz station near Herisau to Pfäffikon Sz station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Pfäffikon Sz station near Balsthal in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Herisau to Balsthal in Geneve by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Herisau and Balsthal in Geneve by train and bus is about 3 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Herisau to get to Balsthal in Geneve?

    Get on the VAE train from the Pfäffikon Sz station near Herisau in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Herisau and Balsthal in Geneve?

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