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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Opfikon is to drive which costs SFr 13 - SFr 20 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Opfikon is to drive which takes 57 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Opfikon?

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

How far is it from Basel to Opfikon?

The distance between Basel and Opfikon is 96 km. The road distance is 86.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Opfikon without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Basel to Opfikon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Opfikon train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Opfikon?

The best way to get from Basel to Opfikon is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 24 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Basel to Opfikon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Opfikon?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Opfikon is 87 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Basel to Opfikon.

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

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Where can I stay near Opfikon?

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Basel to Opfikon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Opfikon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBIr36 / ...
1h 30m
CHF 26–46
Drive 86.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Opfikon86.9 km
57 min
CHF 14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus StationN474 / ...
1h 35m
CHF 16–23

Basel to Opfikon by train

446Weekly Trains

1h 30mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Opfikon, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 19–40 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost CHF 8–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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