Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
1 h 10 m
Average
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
75 km
Of the 46 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Basel every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 47 miles (75 km) | |
Average train duration | 1 h 28 min | |
Average train ticket price | $5 (€5) | |
Train frequency | 67 a day | |
Direct train | Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day | |
Train providers | SBB |
Trains from Zurich Airport to Basel cover the 47 miles (75 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 28 min with our travel partners like SBB. Normally, there are 67 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $5 (€5), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $1 (€1).
Find the best route to Basel from Zurich Airport with SBB. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most affordable trip has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.
SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next train trip from Zurich Airport to Basel, SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.
SBB tickets between Zurich Airport and Basel are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect trip with SBB to Basel from Zurich Airport all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current SBB train schedules and train tickets available on Omio for the 47 miles (75 km) journey. You can also see relevant travel information for the SBB train, such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Zurich Airport to Basel routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best SBB Zurich Airport to Basel train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the SBB train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Basel with SBB!
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