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Canton of Zurich, Switzerland → Basel, Switzerland

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Canton Of Zurich to Basel

Composite routes from Canton Of Zurich to Basel

Cheapest
1 h 3 min
Car
94 km.
from $5

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.81–$15.27

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.11–$10.18

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Zürich to Basel
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.62–$39.44

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$41.98–$76.34

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.81–$13.99

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Zurich to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Basel is to rideshare which costs $5.12 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Basel is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Canton of Zurich and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zürich and arriving at Basel. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Canton of Zurich and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Canton of Zurich to Basel. However, there are services departing from Zürich, Opernhaus and arriving at Basel SBB via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Canton of Zurich to Basel?

The distance between Canton of Zurich and Basel is 90 km. The road distance is 85.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Canton of Zurich to Basel without a car is to train via Zürich, Sihlquai/HB which takes 1h 36m and costs $38.04 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Canton of Zurich to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canton of Zurich to Basel bus from?

Canton of Zurich to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Zürich station.

Where do I catch the Canton of Zurich to Basel train from?

Canton of Zurich to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Canton of Zurich to Basel?

The best way to get from Canton of Zurich to Basel is to train via Zürich, Sihlquai/HB which takes 1h 36m and costs $38.04 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Zurich Bus Station, which costs $14.13 - $25 and takes 2h 8m. There are no good options to train between Canton of Zurich to Basel.

Where does the Canton of Zurich to Basel bus arrive?

Canton of Zurich to Basel bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Basel station.

Where does the Canton of Zurich to Basel train arrive?

Canton of Zurich to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Canton of Zurich to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Canton of Zurich to Basel is 86 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Canton of Zurich to Basel.

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

Book your Canton of Zurich to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 949+ hotels available in Basel. Prices start at $58.93 per night.

Can I share a ride from Canton of Zurich to Basel?

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