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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Zürich Hbf is to bus which costs SFr 2 - SFr 5 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Zürich Hbf is to drive which takes 58 min and costs SFr 16 - SFr 24.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Zürich Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Basel 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 to Zürich Hbf?

The distance between Basel and Zürich Hbf is 88 km. The road distance is 84.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Zürich Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 45.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Basel to Zürich Hbf?

The best way to get from Basel to Zürich Hbf is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 45. Alternatively, you can bus via Zurich Bus Station, which costs SFr 15 - SFr 16 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Basel to Zürich Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Zürich Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Zürich Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Zürich Hbf is 84 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Basel to Zürich Hbf.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Zürich Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Zürich Hbf?

There are 1227+ hotels available in Zürich Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Zürich Hbf?

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Basel 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 8–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof SBB to Zürich, Bahnhofplatz/HBbus Ev2
1h 55m
CHF 2–5
Bus via Zurich Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Stationbus 207 / ...
1h 24m
CHF 15–16
Drive 84.2 km
1. Drive from Basel to Zürich Hbfcar 84.2 km
58 min
CHF 17–24
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Zurichrideshare 85.5 km
1h 33m
CHF 5

Basel to Zürich Hbf by train

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Distance: 87.8 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Basel, 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 26–45 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Zurich Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 6–10 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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