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Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Basel

Showing times and prices for Apr 21

Cheapest

$56

Average

$56

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

IR 37 2258 | 2258

08:08AM1h06

Zurich HB

09:14AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

IR 36 1962 | 1962

08:36AM1h12

Zurich HB

09:48AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

IC 3 764 | 764

08:59AM0h54

Zurich HB

09:53AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

IC 3 560 | 560

08:34AM0h54

Zurich HB

09:28AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

IR 36 2062 | 2062

08:10AM1h14

Zurich HB

09:24AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

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Zurich to Basel train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, April 21

Last updated at 11:48 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IR 36 2062 \| 2062	6:02 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1h22	7:24 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IR 37 2258 \| 2258	6:08 AM Zurich HB	1h06	7:14 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IR 36 2062 \| 2062	6:10 AM Zurich HB	1h14	7:24 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18929 \| 18929 · IC 3 560 \| 560	6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1h12	7:28 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
S 6 18629 \| 18629 · IR 36 1962 \| 1962	6:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1h27	7:48 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 3 560 \| 560	6:34 AM Zurich HB	0h54	7:28 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IR 36 1962 \| 1962	6:36 AM Zurich HB	1h12	7:48 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18931 \| 18931 · IC 3 764 \| 764	6:46 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1h07	7:53 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
S 6 18631 \| 18631 · IR 37 2260 \| 2260	6:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1h23	8:14 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 3 764 \| 764	6:59 AM Zurich HB	0h54	7:53 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
9210+96117	7:34 AM Zurich HB	2h12	9:46 AM Basel St. Johann	1 transfer
9210+96117	7:34 AM Zurich HB	2h18	9:52 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
9222+96125	11:34 AM Zurich HB	2h18	1:52 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
9222+96125	11:34 AM Zurich HB	2h12	1:46 PM Basel St. Johann	1 transfer
9226+96137	1:34 PM Zurich HB	3h12	4:46 PM Basel St. Johann	1 transfer
9226+96229	1:34 PM Zurich HB	2h36	4:10 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
9234+96239	3:59 PM Zurich HB	3h11	7:10 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
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The best time to book your train from Zurich to Basel is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Basel route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Basel per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Basel.

Trains

from $30

Buses

from $6

Fastest train times from Zurich to Basel

Showing times and prices for Apr 21

Fastest Journey

54 m

Average

1 h 45 m

Trains per day

Distance

76 km

Of the 17 trains that leave Zurich for Basel every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

IC 3 764 | 764

08:59AM0h54

Zurich HB

09:53AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

IC 3 560 | 560

08:34AM0h54

Zurich HB

09:28AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

IR 37 2258 | 2258

08:08AM1h06

Zurich HB

09:14AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

S 9 18931 | 18931 · IC 3 764 | 764

08:46AM1h07

Zürich Oerlikon

09:53AMBasel SBB

$571One-way

1 transfer

IR 36 1962 | 1962

08:36AM1h12

Zurich HB

09:48AMBasel SBB

$561One-way

0 transfers

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Pros

Travel stress free ,Meet people

Cons

The announcements in our car were a bit quiet .

The space was OK, the train was not so crowded and the journey was pleasant. The toilets were clean and the wifi reception worked reasonably well. The train staff were polite and courteous. The food on offer appealed to me and the coffee was good.

Pros

Connection every 20 minutes

TGV can be used

Almost never overcrowded

Cons

German ICE not very well maintained

In my opinion, the Zurich - Basel route is one of the best developed. On average, you can choose a connection every 20 minutes. The journey time is between 55 minutes for the slower Interregio trains and 1 hour 15 for Intercity, Eurocity and TGV. Yes, you can actually also use the French TGV. Thanks to the high frequency, the trains are usually only moderately busy and almost never overcrowded. If possible, however, I avoid the German ICE trains, because they are much worse maintained than the Swiss trains.

Pros

On time

Fast connection

Clean

Cons

No internet via wifi

Full

According to

On my journey from Zurich to Karlsruhe, I also travelled this section to Basel. There were plenty of power sockets, as you would expect from an ICE. Unfortunately, you can't access the internet via the wifi as long as the train is in Switzerland. That's a shame, especially if you don't have any mobile data there yourself. The seats were comfortable and the train and toilets clean, but unfortunately it was very crowded, especially on this section, and therefore very noisy. However, the train left Zurich on time and arrived in Basel on time. The price-performance ratio is also good, as long as you book in advance and get a saver fare.

Pros

Riding comfort

Cons

Punctuality

The journey on the ICE offered us spacious seats with sufficient and comfortable legroom. We were satisfied with the wifi reception. The staff were attentive and helpful, the food and drinks are varied and of good quality. We can recommend our journey to others.

Pros

Comfort

Friendliness

Punctuality

Sockets available

Cons

No wifi

The journey was very pleasant overall and I would like to emphasise the positive aspects: The seats on the SBB trains offer pleasant legroom and are comfortable. The train staff were always friendly and helpful. Questions were answered patiently. The option to reserve a seat ensures that you have your preferred seat and can travel in comfort. The reservation is subject to a charge. It was not necessary on my journey as there were enough free seats. The cleanliness of the train is remarkable. The toilets were always well maintained and there are enough toilets so that you don't have to search for long. SBB trains are known for their reliability. Arrival in Basel was as planned. The cost of the journey was reasonable. You get a comfortable journey at a fair price. The trains have individual power sockets in 1st and 2nd class. This is particularly handy for charging devices. Unfortunately, this SBB train did not have a wifi service on board. This could be a disadvantage for some travellers. Nevertheless, the positives outweigh the negatives and I can highly recommend travelling from Zurich to Basel with SBB!

Pros

speed

Comfort in 1st class

Direct connection

Environmental friendliness

Cons

Basel railway station confusing

We took the ICE 74 from Zurich to Basel and used our 1st class Interrail ticket. It was not necessary to reserve a seat, so there were no additional costs. The comfort in 1st class is very good: comfortable leather seats, plenty of space, tables, one power socket per seat - almost a shame that the train arrived on time in less than an hour. The toilet was clean (probably recently cleaned) and the control staff were friendly. The only thing we found rather confusing was the train station in Basel - if you're looking for the departure stop of a particular bus line, you can spend ages looking for it (we only found it because we saw a bus on that line).

Pros

Easy booking

Cons

Expensive

What I really liked about the train journey was that I could book my ticket very easily. However, the ticket wasn't exactly cheap, which I thought was a shame. I also really liked the fact that I could reach my destination in a very short time and didn't even have to change trains. I was very impressed by the clean toilets. I was also impressed by the very good wifi, which worked perfectly.

Pros

Fast arrival

Cons

Expensive

In my opinion, the very expensive ticket was well worth it, because the journey was flawless and I had nothing to complain about. I arrived at my destination very quickly and didn't have to change trains during the journey. I was able to use the free wifi very easily during the journey. I was very impressed and delighted with the simple online booking, as there were no problems. The toilet was very well maintained.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Basel

Switzerland

Trains from Zurich to Basel run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $12 (€10)

Distance

47 miles (76 km)

Average train duration

1h 5m

Cheapest ticket price

$15 (€12)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

54m

First train

04:08

Last train

22:36

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $12 (€10)

Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria and Deutsche Bahn from Zurich to Basel trains

Find the best trains from Zurich to Basel with Omio's travel partners SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria and Deutsche Bahn from $24 (€20). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains between Zurich and Basel. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

Zurich to Basel train information with SBB:

Average Duration: 54 min
Cheapest Price: $24

TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service that operates between France and Switzerland. It is operated by SNCF in France and SBB in Switzerland. The TGV Lyria offers two types of trains: the TGV Duplex and the TGV POS. The TGV Duplex is a double-decker train with a capacity of up to 574 passengers, while the TGV POS is a single-level train with a capacity of up to 468 passengers. Both trains offer comfortable seating, air-conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The TGV Lyria offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most economical, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the TGV Lyria Lounge. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and a selection of newspapers and magazines. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of hot and cold meals, snacks, and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV Lyria are Paris to Geneva, Paris to Lausanne, and Paris to Basel. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France and Switzerland.

SNCF | TGV Lyria from Zurich to Basel train information:

Average Duration: 54 min
Cheapest Price: $46

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Zurich to Basel. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Zurich to Basel train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 54 min
Cheapest Price: $43
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 4 a day

Train tickets from Zürich to Basel: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	10 €
2 weeks earlier	9 €	11%
3 weeks earlier	9 €	11%
1 month before	9 €	11%
2 months earlier	9 €	11%

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FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Basel

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Basel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Basel.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Basel can start from as little as $24 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Basel is $36 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Zurich to Basel train travel time is 54 min for the 47 mile (76 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich to Basel leaves at 12: 06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich to Basel leaves at 11: 57 PM.

Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day from Zurich to Basel with SBB or Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Basel. Take the fast train with SNCF | TGV Lyria from Zurich to Basel.

For the trip from Zurich to Basel you can take a train with SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria or Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Zurich to Basel on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 57 PM.

When departing from Zurich, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Zurich HB, Zurich Airport, Zürich Oerlikon and Zurich Altstetten. When arriving in Basel, you can end your trip in train stations like Basel SBB and Basel Bad Bhf.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Zurich HB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Basel SBB, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Basel from Zurich is worth doing with a journey time of 54 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Zurich to Basel by train is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Basel from Zurich including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from Zurich to Basel

Zurich

Basel

The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich Flughafen for your trip from Zurich to Basel.

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