What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Forch?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Forch is to bus which costs SFr 8 - SFr 12 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Forch?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Forch is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 22.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Forch?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Forch. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Forch via Zürich HB and Zürich Stadelhofen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Basel to Forch?

The distance between Basel and Forch is 99 km. The road distance is 96.3 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Forch without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Forch without a car is to train and line 18 tram which takes 1h 47m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Basel to Forch?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Basel to Forch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Forch train from?

Basel to Forch train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Where does the Basel to Forch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Forch?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Forch is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Basel to Forch.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Forch?

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Where can I stay near Forch?

There are 1233+ hotels available in Forch.

Basel to Forch - 4 ways to travel via train, line 18 tram, bus, and line 31 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Forch by train, tram, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 18 tram
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the tram from Zürich Stadelhofen, Bahnhof to Forchtram 18
1h 47m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel to Zürichbus
4h
CHF 8–12
Bus, line 31 bus, line 18 tram
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB to Zürich, Hegibachplatzbus 31 / ...
3. Take the tram from Zürich, Hegibachplatz to Forchtram 18
1h 49m
Drive 96.3 km
1. Drive from Basel to Forchcar 96.3 km
1h 11m
CHF 15–22

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 99 km
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Forch, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland?

Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Basel to Zürich twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 8–12 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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