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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Basel

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

21kr

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

33kr

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

50 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

58 m

Buses on 18 Sept

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Basel will cost around 33kr if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 21kr.

Fast coaches

On Fri, 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Zurich to Basel, including 5 direct services.

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.

6:30 AM1h00
Zurich
7:30 AMBasel
21 kr1One-way
0 changes
11:00 AM0h50
Zurich
11:50 AMBasel
23 kr1One-way
0 changes
3:00 PM0h50
Zurich
3:50 PMBasel
34 kr1One-way
0 changes
10:00 AM1h00
Zurich
11:00 AMBasel
43 kr1One-way
0 changes
4:40 PM1h10
Zurich
5:50 PMBasel
43 kr1One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Zurich to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of 72kr For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 72kr, while a train costs an average of 199kr.

Distance: 76 km

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Coach	Most popular Train	Driving
72kr Average Price Cheapest	199kr Average Price	477kr Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Basel including taking a train and coach.

Live departures

Zurich to Basel bus times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Basel coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
6:30 AM Zurich	1h00	7:30 AM Basel	0 changesdirect
10:00 AM Zurich	1h00	11:00 AM Basel	0 changesdirect
11:00 AM Zurich	0h50	11:50 AM Basel	0 changesdirect
3:00 PM Zurich	0h50	3:50 PM Basel	0 changesdirect
4:40 PM Zurich	1h10	5:50 PM Basel	0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Zurich to Basel

Switzerland

Buses from Zurich to Basel run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 72kr if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 2h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

76 km

Average bus duration

1h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

72kr

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

2h 15m

First bus

12:01 AM

Last bus

11:54 PM

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Wed

Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio from Zurich to BaselYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Basel with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio for as low as 72kr. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

BlaBlaCar Bus

About

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration

1h 5m

Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price

64kr

BlaBlaCar Bus frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About

BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."

Luggage & cancellation policy

BlaBlaCar frequency

4 a day

Gruppo Di Maio

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Gruppo Di Maio Duration

2h 15m

Cheapest Gruppo Di Maio Price

72kr

Gruppo Di Maio frequency

1 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Basel coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The earliest coach from Zurich to Basel leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Zurich to Basel leaves at 11:54 pm.

When departing from Zurich , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) . When arriving in Basel , you can end your trip in coach stations like Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Lörrach, Hauptbahnhof .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, located 2 away from the city centre.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Basel including taking a train and coach.

No, the coach from Zurich to Basel has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Basel.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Zurich to Basel.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Zurich to Basel.

No, luggage for the coach from Zurich to Basel needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Zurich to Basel.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Zurich to Basel.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Basel.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Zurich to Basel.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Basel

Most Zurich to Basel buses use the Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) to Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Basel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Zurich

Arrival bus stations in Basel

Which Zurich station do buses to Basel leave from?

Buses from Zurich to Basel leave from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland.

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

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:

Bus31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17

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.

More about Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)Zürich Flughafen, 8302 Kloten, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

Train75 · 10m · 32kr · every ~2 min

S2, S24, Ic5, Ir36, Ir75, Ir13, Ic81, Ic1, Ic8, S, Ir, N1, Ext · 12m · 32kr · every ~22 min

S7, S16 · 18m · 40kr · every ~5 min

BusN10 · 27m · 48kr

Tram10 · 30m · 24kr · every ~14 min

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) bus station facilities and services

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several fast-food and cafe options available.