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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Zurich is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 21.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Zürich. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Basel 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 to Zurich?

The distance between Basel and Zurich is 82 km. The road distance is 86.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Zurich without a car is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs SFr 2 - SFr 4.

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

The bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zürich takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Basel to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Zurich?

The best way to get from Basel to Zurich is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs SFr 2 - SFr 4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 45 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Basel to Zurich bus arrive?

Basel to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Basel to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Zurich is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Basel to Zurich.

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1257+ hotels available in Zurich.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Zurich?

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
1h 10m
CHF 2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
1h 13m
CHF 8–45
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Zurichrideshare 85.5 km
1h 18m
CHF 5
Drive 86.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Zurichcar 86.1 km
1h 1m
CHF 15–21

Basel to Zurich by bus

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Distance: 81.9 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Zürich twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 5–9 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 27–45 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Three other operators also service this route.

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