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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Zurich
Cheapest price
5€
Average price
7€
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Zurich will cost around 7€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 5€.
Of the 5 buses that leave Basel for Zurich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:10 PM0h50Basel12:00 AMZurich5 €1One-way0 changes- 4:20 PM1h00Basel5:20 PMZurich5 €1One-way0 changes
- 1:20 AM0h50Basel2:10 AMZurich5 €1One-way0 changes
- 9:00 AM1h10Basel10:10 AMZurich10 €1One-way0 changes
- 7:20 AM1h00Basel8:20 AMZurich11 €1One-way0 changes
- 11:10 PM0h50Basel12:00 AMZurich5 €1One-way0 changes
- 1:20 AM0h50Basel2:10 AMZurich5 €1One-way0 changes
- 4:20 PM1h00Basel5:20 PMZurich5 €1One-way0 changes
- 7:20 AM1h00Basel8:20 AMZurich11 €1One-way0 changes
- 9:00 AM1h10Basel10:10 AMZurich10 €1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 21€. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 21€, and a coach costs an average of 35€.
Distance: 76 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
37€ Average Price | 30€ Average Price Cheapest |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Zurich coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday, 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 1:20 AM Basel | 0h50 | 2:10 AM Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:20 AM Basel | 1h00 | 8:20 AM Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 AM Basel | 1h10 | 10:10 AM Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:20 PM Basel | 1h00 | 5:20 PM Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Zurich by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Zurich
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Buses from Basel to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 35€ but you can travel from only 21€ by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price 35€ |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:03 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Bartolini Turismo, Autolinee Ventre, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe from Basel to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Basel to Zurich with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Bartolini Turismo, Autolinee Ventre, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe for as low as 21€. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Zurich by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Zurich
Most Basel to Zurich buses use the Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) station pair, with some services arriving at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). Use this guide to compare Basel and Zurich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Zurich station do buses from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre
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