How to travel from Zermatt to Basel

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 $113 (€92).

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

A train is $96 (€78) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zermatt to Basel costing on average $209 (€170).

The fastest way to travel from Zermatt to Basel is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 46m.

Flight takes on average 14h 44m.

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 3 buses 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 BlaBlaCar to go to Basel by bus.
• Travel with SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn to go to Basel by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Zermatt to Basel:

• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Zermatt to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Zurich, Strasbourg, Colmar, Milan. 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.