How to get from Rorschach to Basel by train?

From Rorschach to Basel by train

To get from Rorschach to Basel in Geneve, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S4 train from Rorschach station to St. Gallen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC5 train and finally take the TGV train from Zürich Hb station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The train schedule from Rorschach may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

143min
Train - S4S4
Train - IC5IC5
Train - TGVTGV
Leaves from Rorschach

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rorschach
  • 2
    Train - S4S4
    Wait for train
    S4
    Rapperswil Sg
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St. Gallen
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - IC5IC5
    Wait for train
    IC5
    Zürich Hb
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    60 min
  • 6
    Train - TGVTGV
    Wait for train
    TGV
    Basel Sbb
  • 7
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rorschach to Basel

The distance between Rorschach, Geneve and Basel, Geneve is approximately 175.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 143 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rorschach to Basel by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Rorschach to Basel

To check the train schedule from Rorschach to Basel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rorschach) and destination (Basel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rorschach to Basel?

    The fastest way takes 143 minutes, using Train line S4, Train line IC5, Train line TGV.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 23 min.

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

    The S4 train line goes from St. Gallen station near Rorschach to Zürich Hb station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Zürich Hb station near Basel in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rorschach to Basel in Geneve by train?

    The total travel time between Rorschach and Basel in Geneve by train is about 2 hr 23 min.

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

    Get on the S4 train from the St. Gallen station near Rorschach in Geneve.

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

    Get off the train at the Zürich Hb station, which is closest to Basel in Geneve.

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