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

The cheapest way to get from Opfikon to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 13 - SFr 21 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Opfikon to Basel is to drive which takes 58 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 21.

Is there a direct train between Opfikon and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Opfikon to Basel. However, there are services departing from Opfikon and arriving at Basel SBB via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Opfikon to Basel?

The distance between Opfikon and Basel is 96 km. The road distance is 86.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Opfikon to Basel without a car is to train via Zürich HB which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Opfikon to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Opfikon to Basel train from?

Opfikon to Basel train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Opfikon to Basel?

The best way to get from Opfikon to Basel is to train via Zürich HB which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 24 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Opfikon to Basel train arrive?

Opfikon to Basel train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Opfikon to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Opfikon to Basel is 87 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Opfikon to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Opfikon 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 via Zürich HB
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ice / ...
1h 55m
CHF 15–38
Drive 86.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Opfikon to Baselcar 86.5 km
58 min
CHF 14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel SBBbus N474 / ...
2h 25m
CHF 17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Basel SBBtrain Ir36
2h 34m
CHF 26–48

Opfikon to Basel by train

98Weekly Trains

1h 55mAverage Duration

CHF 15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

SBB GmbH operates a train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 8–11 and the journey takes 53 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day. 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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