What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Zürich, Central?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Zürich, Central is to bus via Zürich Hbf which costs SFr 3 - SFr 5 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Zürich, Central?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Zürich, Central is to train which takes 58 min and costs SFr 8 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Zürich, Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Zürich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Zürich, Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Basel to Zürich, Central?

The distance between Basel and Zürich, Central is 88 km. The road distance is 84.8 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Zürich, Central without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Zürich, Central without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs SFr 8 - SFr 90.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Zürich, Central?

The train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB takes 53 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Basel to Zürich, Central bus from?

Basel to Zürich, Central bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Zürich, Central train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Zürich, Central?

The best way to get from Basel to Zürich, Central is to train which takes 58 min and costs SFr 8 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Basel to Zürich, Central bus arrive?

Basel to Zürich, Central bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Zürich Bus Station.

Where does the Basel to Zürich, Central train arrive?

Basel to Zürich, Central train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Basel to Zürich, Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Zürich, Central is 85 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Basel to Zürich, Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Zürich, Central?

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Where can I stay near Zürich, Central?

There are 1230+ hotels available in Zürich, Central.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Zürich, Central?

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

Basel to Zürich, Central - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Basel to Zürich, Central by train, bus, car, train (TGV), or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ecm / ...
58 min
CHF 8–90
Bus via Zürich Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof SBB to Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HBbus Ev2
2h 1m
CHF 3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
1h 7m
Drive 84.8 km
1. Drive from Basel to Zürich, Centralcar 84.8 km
59 min
CHF 14–20
Train via Zürich HB
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 20m
CHF 17–90
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Zurichrideshare 85.5 km
1h 32m
CHF 5

Basel to Zürich, Central by train and foot

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Distance: 88.4 km
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Zürich, Central, Switzerland?

SBB GmbH operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 8–11 and the journey takes 53 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Zürich Bus Station once daily, and the journey takes 57 min.

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