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

The cheapest way to get from Kloten to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 13 - SFr 20 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kloten to Basel is to drive which takes 59 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct train between Kloten and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Kloten to Basel. However, there are services departing from Kloten and arriving at Basel SBB via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Kloten to Basel?

The distance between Kloten and Basel is 99 km. The road distance is 87.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kloten to Basel without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Kloten to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kloten to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Kloten to Basel?

The best way to get from Kloten to Basel is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 14 - SFr 22 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Kloten to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kloten to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Kloten to Basel is 88 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Kloten to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Kloten to Basel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kloten to Basel by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 39m
CHF 26–50
Drive 87.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kloten to Baselcar 87.8 km
59 min
CHF 14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel SBBbus N474 / ...
2h 14m
CHF 15–22
Train via Zürich HB
1. Take the train from Kloten to Zürich HBtrain S7 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ice / ...
1h 59m
CHF 15–39

Kloten to Basel by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.7 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 19–40 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel SBB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 8–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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