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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Basel to Zurich?

The distance between Basel and Zurich is 82 km. The road distance is 86.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Zurich without a car is to bus which takes 1h 5m and costs SFr 3 - SFr 6.

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

The bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Station takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Basel to Zurich bus from?

Basel to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Zurich?

The best way to get from Basel to Zurich is to bus which takes 1h 5m and costs SFr 3 - SFr 6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 95 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Basel to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Zurich?

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

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

Book your Basel to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Zurich?

Book your Basel to Zurich bus tickets online with FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Zurich.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Zurich?

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

Basel to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Zurich by bus, train (TGV), night train, rideshare, or car

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Basel to Zurich by bus

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.7 km
Duration: 1h 5m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost CHF 8–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Five other operators also service this route. Alternatively, 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. Three other operators also service this route.

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