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

The cheapest way to get from Winterthur to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 12 - SFr 19 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winterthur to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 25.

Is there a direct bus between Winterthur and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Winterthur to Basel. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Basel SBB via Zurich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Winterthur and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Winterthur to Basel. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Basel SBB via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Winterthur to Basel?

The distance between Winterthur and Basel is 114 km. The road distance is 105.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Winterthur to Basel without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Winterthur to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Basel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Winterthur to Basel?

The best way to get from Winterthur to Basel is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 12 - SFr 19 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Winterthur to Basel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Winterthur to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Winterthur to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Winterthur to Basel is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Winterthur to Basel.

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

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

Book your Winterthur to Basel bus tickets online with FlixBus.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Winterthur 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 Winterthur to Zürich HBS8 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIr36 / ...
1h 49m
CHF 24–54
Train via Zürich HB
cheapest
1. Take the train from Winterthur to Zürich HB75 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIce / ...
2h 9m
CHF 12–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winterthur to Zurich Bus Station024
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel SBBN474 / ...
2h 26m
CHF 13–18
Drive 105.7 km
1. Drive from Winterthur to Basel105.7 km
1h 10m
CHF 17–25

Winterthur to Basel by train

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1h 49mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Winterthur to Basel.

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Distance: 114.5 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Winterthur to Basel SBB via Zürich HB in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Winterthur to Basel SBB via Zurich Bus Station in around 2h 26m.

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