What is the cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf is to bus which costs SFr 3 - SFr 5 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf is to drive which takes 55 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct bus between Basel SBB Station and Zürich Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Zürich. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basel SBB Station and Zürich Hbf?

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 SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Zürich Hbf is 88 km. The road distance is 82.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 90.

How long does it take to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

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

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf bus from?

Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus via Zürich Bus Station, which costs SFr 7 - SFr 14 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf bus arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf is 82 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Zürich Hbf?

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Can I share a ride from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf?

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

Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 13m
CHF 8–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof SBB to Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HBbus Ev2
1h 55m
CHF 3–5
Bus via Zürich Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
1h 39m
CHF 7–14
Drive 82.4 km
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbfcar 82.4 km
55 min
CHF 14–20
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Zurichrideshare 85.5 km
1h 58m
CHF 5

Basel SBB Station to Zürich Hbf by train

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Distance: 87.8 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Basel SBB Station, Switzerland and Zürich Hbf, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 29–90 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zürich once daily. Tickets cost CHF 7–14 and the journey takes 1h 30m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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