Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Zermatt to Basel?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zermatt to Basel: Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg. Trains mostly depart from Zermatt Bhf and arrive in Basel SBB.

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $120 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $120, while a flight costs an average of $222.

Distance: 106 miles (171 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight
$120 Average price Cheapest	$222 Average price
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 25m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*
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Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Zermatt to Basel is a train with an average price of $120 (€102).

This is compared to other travel options from Zermatt to Basel:

A train is $102 (€86) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zermatt to Basel costing on average $222 (€187).

The fastest way to travel from Zermatt to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 3h 46m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 25m.

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

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zermatt to Basel among Omio's users.

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How to get from Zermatt to Basel by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

The best way to travel from Zermatt to Basel is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

R 40 9052 | 9052 · EV EV4 90332 | 90332 · IC 6 618 | 618
10:03 AM3h26
Zermatt Bhf
1:29 PMBasel SBB
$1071One-way
2 transfers

Cheapest

R 40 9052 | 9052 · EV EV4 90332 | 90332 · IC 6 618 | 618
10:03 AM3h26
Zermatt Bhf
1:29 PMBasel SBB
$1071One-way
2 transfers

Fastest

R 40 9052 | 9052 · EV EV4 90332 | 90332 · IC 6 618 | 618
10:03 AM3h26
Zermatt Bhf
1:29 PMBasel SBB
$1071One-way
2 transfers

Other options

Train

Flight

R 40 9048 | 9048 · EV EV4 90230 | 90230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · ICE 106 | 106
9:28 AM3h32
Zermatt Bhf
1:00 PMBasel SBB
$1071One-way
3 transfers
R 40 9054 | 9054 · EV EV4 90234 | 90234 · IC 6 970 | 970
10:28 AM3h32
Zermatt Bhf
2:00 PMBasel SBB
$1071One-way
2 transfers
R 40 9040 | 9040 · EV EV4 90324 | 90324 · EC 60 | 60
8:03 AM3h26
Zermatt Bhf
11:29 AMBasel SBB
$1621One-way
2 transfers

BA751 · BA764
5:40 PM5h00
Geneva International Airport
10:40 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
$2351One-way
1 transfer
BA747 · BA764
4:00 PM6h40
Geneva International Airport
10:40 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
$2351One-way
1 transfer
BA749 · BA764
3:15 PM7h25
Geneva International Airport
10:40 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
$2351One-way
1 transfer

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There are 2 options to travel between Zermatt and Basel including taking a train and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Zermatt to Basel is a train with an average price of $120 (€102).

This is compared to other travel options from Zermatt to Basel:

A train is $102 (€86) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zermatt to Basel costing on average $222 (€187).

The fastest way to travel from Zermatt to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 3h 46m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 25m.

The distance from Zermatt to Basel is approximately 106 miles (171 km).

The average frequency per day from Zermatt to Basel is:

Around 8 trains per day.
Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zermatt and Basel as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zermatt to Basel:

Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
Trains mostly depart from Zermatt Bhf and arrive in Basel SBB.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zermatt to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with SBB to go to Basel by train.
Travel with Vueling to go to Basel by flight.

Omio customers who travel from Zermatt to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Zurich, Strasbourg, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Basel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.

Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.

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