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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Zürich to Basel

Composite routes from Zürich to Basel

Cheapest
56 min
Car
84 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.87–$17.39

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.22–$8.70

Bartolini Turismo

Phone:
+39 0825-26416
Email:
INFORMAZIONI@BARTOLINIPULLMAN.IT
Website:
bartolinipullman.it
Bus from Zurich to Basilea
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$53.03

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.43–$33.70

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$35.87–$65.22

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
info@sbb-deutschland.de
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Email:
ufficiogruppi@trenitalia.it
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$76.09

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Zurich to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.12

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel is to rideshare which costs $5.12 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel is to train which takes 54 min and costs $9.24 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Bus Station station and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB). Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

The distance between Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB and Basel is 88 km. The road distance is 84.5 km.

How do I travel from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $9.24 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

The train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB takes 54 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel bus from?

Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel train from?

Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

The best way to get from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel is to train which takes 54 min and costs $9.24 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5.22 - $8.70 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel bus arrive?

Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where does the Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel train arrive?

Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel is 85 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel.

How do I get a train ticket from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

Book your Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

Book your Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel bus tickets online with FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 949+ hotels available in Basel. Prices start at $58.93 per night.

Can I share a ride from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Basel?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB and Basel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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