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

From Basel to Balsthal by bus and train

To get from Basel to Balsthal in Geneve, take the IR56 train from Basel Sbb station to Laufen station. Next, take the 130 bus from Laufen, Bahnhof station to Balsthal, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Basel may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balsthal on the Moovit app.

85min
Train - IR56IR56
Bus - 130130
Leaves from Basel Sbb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Basel
  • 2
    Train - IR56IR56
    Wait for train
    IR56
    Biel/Bienne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Laufen
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Laufen, Bahnhof
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 130130
    Wait for bus
    130
    Balsthal, Bahnhof
  • 6
    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 Basel to Balsthal

The distance between Basel, Geneve and Balsthal, Geneve is approximately 52.85 km, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Basel 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 Basel to Balsthal

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

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Train line IR56, Bus line 130.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

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

    The IR56 train line goes from Laufen station near Basel to Laufen, Bahnhof station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Laufen, Bahnhof station near Balsthal in Geneve.

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

    The total travel time between Basel and Balsthal in Geneve by train and bus is about 1 hr 25 min.

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

    Get on the IR56 train from the Laufen station near Basel in Geneve.

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

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

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