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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Switzerland is to rideshare which costs SFr 5 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Switzerland is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen, Bahnhof via Zürich, Bahnhofstrasse/HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Basel to Switzerland?

The distance between Basel and Switzerland is 84 km. The road distance is 86.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Switzerland without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Basel to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Switzerland train from?

Basel to Switzerland train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Basel to Switzerland is to bus which takes 1h and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Zürich, Bahnhofstrasse/HB, which costs SFr 10 - SFr 24 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Basel to Switzerland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Switzerland is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Basel to Switzerland.

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

Book your Basel to Switzerland train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Switzerland.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Switzerland?

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

Basel to Switzerland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Switzerland by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
1h
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Zurichrideshare 85.5 km
1h 18m
CHF 5
Train via Zürich, Bahnhofstrasse/HB
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ice / ...
1h 3m
CHF 10–24
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 16m
CHF 29–81
Drive 86.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Zurichcar 86.1 km
1h 1m
CHF 14–20

Basel to Switzerland by train and tram

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.1 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Switzerland?

GrandBus operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Station once daily, and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, SBB GmbH operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 8–10 and the journey takes 53 min. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily.

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