Bus from Zürich to Basel: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Zürich to Basel on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Mulhouse Freiburg AirportCheapest
FlixbusBus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Mulhouse Freiburg AirportFastest
FlixbusBus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Mulhouse Freiburg AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Airport (ZLC)
Mulhouse Freiburg AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:46 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Zürich to Basel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1h 55mAverage Duration
80 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$16 - $56Average Duration1h 55m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$41 - $189Average Duration1h 6m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Basel by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Basel?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Basel start from $16. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Basel?

    The average bus travel time from Zürich to Basel is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 80 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Zürich to Basel route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to Basel?

    The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Basel at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Basel?

    A bus trip from Zürich to Basel generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-27
$18
11-28
$28
Today
$19
11-30
$23
12-01
$17
12-02
$16
12-03
$15
12-04
$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Basel was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $36 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-03.

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