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

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zurich 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 Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zurich is to drive which takes 58 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct bus between Basel SBB Station and Zurich?

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

Is there a direct train between Basel SBB Station 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 SBB Station to Zurich?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Zurich is 88 km. The road distance is 84.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 95.

How long does it take to get from Basel SBB Station 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 SBB Station to Zurich bus from?

Basel SBB Station to Zurich bus services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel, Bahnhof SBB station.

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

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

Train or bus from Basel SBB Station to Zurich?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Zurich is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 3 - SFr 5 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Zurich is 84 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Basel SBB Station to Zurich.

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

Book your Basel SBB Station to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Zurich.

Can I share a ride from Basel SBB Station to Zurich?

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

Basel SBB Station to Zurich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBasel SBB Station to Zurich

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Zurich by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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 8–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof SBB to Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HBbus Ev2
1h 55m
CHF 3–5
Drive 84.4 km
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Zurichcar 84.4 km
58 min
CHF 14–20
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Zurichrideshare 85.5 km
1h 43m
CHF 5

Basel SBB Station to Zurich by train

553Weekly Trains

1h 13mAverage Duration

CHF 8Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel SBB Station to Zurich.

Launch map view

Distance: 87.8 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Basel SBB Station, 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 30–95 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Three 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 65–95 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Three other operators also service this route.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.