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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Birmensdorf is to drive which costs SFr 15 - SFr 23 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Birmensdorf is to drive which takes 54 min and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Birmensdorf?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Birmensdorf. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Birmensdorf ZH, Zentrum via Zürich Wiedikon, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Birmensdorf?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Birmensdorf. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Birmensdorf ZH via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Basel to Birmensdorf?

The distance between Basel and Birmensdorf is 100 km. The road distance is 81.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Birmensdorf without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Basel to Birmensdorf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Birmensdorf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Birmensdorf train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Birmensdorf?

The best way to get from Basel to Birmensdorf is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 350 bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 22 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Basel to Birmensdorf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Birmensdorf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Birmensdorf?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Birmensdorf is 82 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Basel to Birmensdorf.

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

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Where can I stay near Birmensdorf?

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Basel to Birmensdorf - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 350 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Birmensdorf by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 51m
CHF 30–47
Drive 81.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Birmensdorfcar 81.6 km
54 min
CHF 16–23
Bus, line 350 bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Stationbus 207 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich Wiedikon, Bahnhof to Birmensdorf ZH, Zentrumbus 350 / ...
1h 56m
CHF 18–22

Basel to Birmensdorf by train

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Distance: 100.4 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 26–45 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Birmensdorf ZH, Zentrum via Zurich Bus Station, Zürich HB, Zürich Wiedikon, and Zürich Wiedikon, Bahnhof in around 1h 56m.

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