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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Basel to Zurich

Composite routes from Basel to Zurich

Cheapest
57 min
Car
84 km.
from $4
Other
57 min
Train
84 km.
from €4
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.81–$15.27

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.11–$10.18

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
info@gruppodimaio.it
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Basel to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
info@postauto.ch
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.91–$12.72

Bartolini Turismo

Phone:
+39 0825-26416
Email:
INFORMAZIONI@BARTOLINIPULLMAN.IT
Website:
bartolinipullman.it
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$60.57

Train operators

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$41.98–$76.34

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
info@sbb-deutschland.de
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.81–$13.99

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Basel to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$5.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich is to rideshare which costs $5.12 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Basel (Station) and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel and arriving at Zürich. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basel (Station) and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Basel (Station) to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Basel, Birmannsgasse and arriving at Zürich HB via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Basel (Station) to Zurich?

The distance between Basel (Station) and Zurich is 90 km. The road distance is 85.9 km.

How do I travel from Basel (Station) to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $38.04 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Zurich bus from?

Basel (Station) to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Zurich train from?

Basel (Station) to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel (Station) to Zurich?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Zurich is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $38.04 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.07 - $11.96 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Zurich bus arrive?

Basel (Station) to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Zurich train arrive?

Basel (Station) to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Basel (Station) to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel (Station) to Zurich is 86 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Basel (Station) to Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 987+ hotels available in Zurich. Prices start at $87.15 per night.

Can I share a ride from Basel (Station) to Zurich?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel (Station) and Zurich. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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