Basel to Zurich train with SBB

Wed, Jun 25
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$27

Average price

$42

Fastest journey

53 m

Average duration

56 m

Trains per day

37

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Basel to Zurich will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast trains

Of the 37 trains that leave Basel for Zurich on Wed, Jun 25, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .

On Wed, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.

SBBIR 36 2065 | 2065
09:37AM1h06
Basel SBB
10:43AMZurich Altstetten
$271One-way
0 transfers
SBBIR 36 2063 | 2063
08:37AM1h06
Basel SBB
09:43AMZurich Altstetten
$281One-way
0 transfers
SBBIR 36 1963 | 1963 · S 12 19235 | 19235
08:11AM1h27
Basel SBB
09:38AMZurich Altstetten
$301One-way
1 transfer
SBBIR 36 1967 | 1967 · S 12 19243 | 19243
10:11AM1h27
Basel SBB
11:38AMZurich Altstetten
$301One-way
1 transfer
SBBIR 36 1965 | 1965 · S 12 19239 | 19239
09:11AM1h27
Basel SBB
10:38AMZurich Altstetten
$311One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train 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 €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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€37

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Cheapest

€41

Average price

1h 38m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 26m

Average duration

1h 56m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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

Live departures

Basel to Zurich train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 25
Last updated at 7:11 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sbbICE 3 | 3 · S 9 18932 | 189326:06 AM Basel SBB
1h08
7:14 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbICE 3 | 36:06 AM Basel SBB
0h54
7:00 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbICE 3 | 3 · S 5 18532 | 185326:06 AM Basel SBB
1h08
7:14 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 36 1963 | 1963 · S 12 19235 | 192356:11 AM Basel SBB
1h27
7:38 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 36 1963 | 1963 · S 6 18634 | 186346:11 AM Basel SBB
1h27
7:38 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIR 36 1963 | 19636:11 AM Basel SBB
1h13
7:24 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 3 563 | 563 · S 9 18934 | 189346:33 AM Basel SBB
1h11
7:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIC 3 563 | 5636:33 AM Basel SBB
0h53
7:26 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 36 2063 | 2063 · S 5 18535 | 18535 · S 7 18734 | 187346:37 AM Basel SBB
1h19
7:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon2 transfers
sbbIR 36 2063 | 20636:37 AM Basel SBB
1h06
7:43 AM Zurich Altstetten0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 36 2063 | 20636:37 AM Basel SBB
1h20
7:57 AM Zürich Oerlikon0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 36 2063 | 20636:37 AM Basel SBB
1h12
7:49 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 5136:43 AM Basel SBB
1h13
7:56 AM Zurich HB1 transfer
sbbIR 37 2263 | 2263 · S 6 18636 | 186366:43 AM Basel SBB
1h25
8:08 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIR 37 2263 | 22636:43 AM Basel SBB
1h09
7:52 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 · RE 48 4916 | 49166:43 AM Basel SBB
1h27
8:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon2 transfers
sbbIC 61 963 | 963 · IR 35 2363 | 23636:56 AM Basel SBB
1h04
8:00 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbICE 271 | 2717:06 AM Basel SBB
0h54
8:00 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbICE 271 | 271 · S 5 18536 | 185367:06 AM Basel SBB
1h08
8:14 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbICE 271 | 271 · S 9 18936 | 189367:06 AM Basel SBB
1h08
8:14 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIR 36 1965 | 19657:11 AM Basel SBB
1h13
8:24 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 36 1965 | 1965 · S 12 19239 | 192397:11 AM Basel SBB
1h27
8:38 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 36 1965 | 1965 · S 6 18638 | 186387:11 AM Basel SBB
1h27
8:38 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sncf-ter96218+sncf-lyria92037:19 AM Basel SBB
2h07
9:26 AM Zurich HB1 transfer
sbbIC 3 565 | 5657:33 AM Basel SBB
0h53
8:26 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 3 565 | 565 · S 9 18938 | 189387:33 AM Basel SBB
1h11
8:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIR 36 2065 | 20657:37 AM Basel SBB
1h12
8:49 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 36 2065 | 20657:37 AM Basel SBB
1h06
8:43 AM Zurich Altstetten0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 37 2265 | 22657:43 AM Basel SBB
1h09
8:52 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 37 2265 | 2265 · IC 5 515 | 5157:43 AM Basel SBB
1h13
8:56 AM Zurich HB1 transfer
sbbIC 61 965 | 965 · IR 35 2365 | 23657:56 AM Basel SBB
1h04
9:00 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIC 3 767 | 767 · S 5 18540 | 185408:06 AM Basel SBB
1h08
9:14 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 36 1967 | 1967 · S 12 19243 | 192438:11 AM Basel SBB
1h27
9:38 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sncf-ter96224+sncf-lyria921110:19 AM Basel SBB
2h07
12:26 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
sncf-ter96226+sncf-lyria921312:19 PM Basel SBB
2h07
2:26 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
sncf-ter96238+sncf-lyria92194:19 PM Basel SBB
2h07
6:26 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
sncf-ter96244+sncf-lyria92236:19 PM Basel SBB
2h07
8:26 PM Zurich HB1 transfer

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I enjoyed this journey very much, the scenery is unique from Basel to Zurich. The staff is very courteous and friendly. You are in very good hands here on the train to Zurich. There is nothing safe, but the train arrives safely, on time, just as it should according to the Swiss clock.
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The train journey from Basel to Zurich Airport by Interregio was a pleasant experience overall, despite some minor compromises. The trains were noticeably clean and well maintained, which contributed to a pleasant travel experience. Thanks to the direct connection without changing trains, time and effort were saved. The route also offered scenic views that pleasantly shortened the time on the train. The opportunity to enjoy the view during the journey helped to make the extra 15 minutes of travel time less of an issue compared to the fastest intercity connections.
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Despite the, in my opinion, somewhat overpriced train ticket from Wifi to Zurich, I found this train journey very pleasant because the wifi worked perfectly. I also liked the very simple online booking. Above all, I thought it was great that I didn't have to change trains on my journey and was therefore able to reach my destination very quickly. The toilets and the whole train were very clean and well maintained.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Basel to Zurich

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Trains from Basel to Zurich run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) if you book in advance.
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
47 miles (76 km)
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$28 (€22)
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
53m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:57
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.
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Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria and Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Zurich trains

SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria and Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Basel and Zurich from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next journey SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

Train information from Basel to Zurich with SBB:

  • Average Duration: 53 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15

FAQs: Trains from Basel to Zurich

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Popular train stations from Basel to Zurich

Basel
Zurich
The major train station for departures in Basel is Basel Bad Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel Bad Bhf for your trip from Basel to Zurich.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Les Gareçons
  • Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Alexander
  • Hotel Wettstein
  • Hotel Balade
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 330 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
  • Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
Public transit options for Basel Bad Bhf
  • Tram: Line 2, Line 6
  • Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Da Roberto
  • Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Victoria
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
  • GAIA Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 800 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
  • Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
  • Hall 3: shopping and services area
Public transit options for Basel SBB
  • Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Zurich is Zürich Oerlikon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich Oerlikon for your journey to Zurich from Basel.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Negishi Sushi Bar
  • Le Muh
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Courtyard Zurich North
  • Swissotel Zurich
  • Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 72 places, 60 places
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Zürich Oerlikon
  • Tram: Line 10, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Markthalle
  • Restaurant LaSalle
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Placid Hotel Zurich
  • Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
  • H+ Hotel Zürich
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 240 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Zürich Altstetten
  • S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
  • Tram: Line 4
  • Bus: Several lines available
Zürich HBWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
26
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
  • Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transit options for Zürich HB
  • Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
Zürich FlughafenWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the main airport entrance.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Upperdeck
  • Chalet Suisse
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Zurich Airport
  • Mövenpick Hotel Zurich Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 15
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 870 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Sixt
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Zurich city center and other destinations
  • Hall 2: check-in and baggage claim area
  • Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transit options for Zürich Flughafen
  • Train: S-Bahn lines S2, S16
  • Tram: Line 10
  • Bus: Several lines available
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof NordAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Zürich, BristenstrasseAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km

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