How much is the train ticket from Basel to Zürich?

The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Zürich start at $40. The average price for this train route is around $53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Basel to Zürich?

The average train trip from Basel to Zürich takes 1h 9m and covers 74 km. The quickest train gets you there in 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways .

Which train operators serve the Basel to Zürich route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Zürich?

The earliest train from Basel to Zürich departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 4:07pm.

Train Basel to Zürich from $35

Next train departures

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on April 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:36pm	Basel	1h 13m	4:49pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on April 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:36pm	Basel	1h 13m	4:49pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on April 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:07am	Basel	1h 17m	8:24am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on April 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	CheapestFastest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Basel	53m	8:26am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on April 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	1h 17m	8:24am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on April 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Basel	1h 13m	8:49am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on April 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:07pm	Basel	53m	4:00pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:07am	Basel	53m	8:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Zürich

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 9mAverage Duration

74 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $52	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $342	Average Duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Zürich?

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
E
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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C
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
F
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Train companies

Swiss Federal Railways

4.8/58 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi5.0

Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $40

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Zürich by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Basel to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Zürich start at $40. The average price for this train route is around $53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Zürich?
The average train trip from Basel to Zürich takes 1h 9m and covers 74 km. The quickest train gets you there in 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Zürich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Zürich?
The earliest train from Basel to Zürich departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 4:07pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04-12

$69

04-13

$45

Today

$69

04-15

$46

04-16

$44

04-17

$43

04-18

$42

04-19

$41

The cheapest trip from Basel to Zürich was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $380 for a train ticket from Basel to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2026-04-19.