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 1m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Bahnhof SBB and arriving at Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

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 13m.

How far is it from Basel to Zurich?

The distance between Basel and Zurich is 88 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 train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 85.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Basel to Zurich bus from?

Basel to Zurich bus services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel, Bahnhof 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 train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 85 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Basel to Zurich bus arrive?

Basel to Zurich bus services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB 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 1m 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.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1172+ 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Zurich by train (TGV), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 13m
CHF 8–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Zurichrideshare 85.5 km
1h 18m
CHF 5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof SBB to Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HBbus Ev2
1h 55m
CHF 45–85
Drive 86.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Zurichcar 86.1 km
1h 1m
CHF 14–20

Basel to Zurich by train

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Distance: 87.8 km
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 28–85 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof SBB to Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HB once daily. Tickets cost CHF 45–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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