Basel to Rapperswil by train

Q: How long does it take to travel from Basel to Rapperswil?

The Basel to Rapperswil train travel takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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Overview: trains from Basel to Rapperswil

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First train 00:04 View journey

Last train 23:11 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 1hr 39m View journey

Distance (km) 99

Trains / day 52 View all

Cheapest journey £32.02 View journey

Avg journey time 2hr 45m

Train operators 89

Travelling from Basel to Rapperswil by train

Want to know how to get from Basel to Rapperswil by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Basel to Rapperswil take around 1 hour and 39 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 99 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around 00:04. The last departure is usually at around 23:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 00:07, with the last train leaving at around 23:11. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 52 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £32.07.

We think any time is a great time to visit Rapperswil, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Rapperswil.

Is there a direct train from Basel to Rapperswil?

The journey between Basel and Rapperswil usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Basel to Rapperswil every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Basel to Rapperswil?

The Basel to Rapperswil train travel takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to Rapperswil train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Rapperswil leaving Basel at around 00:04 and the last train leaving at around 23:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 00:07, with the final departure at 23:11.