How to get from Herisau to Basel by train?

From Herisau to Basel by train

To get from Herisau to Basel in Geneve, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE1 train from Herisau station to Romanshorn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC8 train and finally take the ICE train from Zürich Hb station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The train schedule from Herisau may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

167min
Train - RE1RE1
Train - IC8IC8
Train - ICEICE
Leaves from Herisau

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Herisau
  • 2
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Konstanz
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Romanshorn
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Romanshorn
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - IC8IC8
    Wait for train
    IC8
    Visp
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    69 min
  • 7
    Train - ICEICE
    Wait for train
    ICE
    Basel Sbb
  • 8
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    53 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Herisau to Basel

The distance between Herisau, Geneve and Basel, Geneve is approximately 188.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 167 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Herisau 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 Herisau to Basel

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

    The fastest way takes 167 minutes, using Train line RE1, Train line IC8, Train line ICE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 47 min.

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

    The RE1 train line goes from Romanshorn station near Herisau to Romanshorn station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Romanshorn station near Basel in Geneve.

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

    The total travel time between Herisau and Basel in Geneve by train is about 2 hr 47 min.

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

    Get on the RE1 train from the Romanshorn station near Herisau in Geneve.

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

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

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