Train from Zürich to Basel: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Zürich to Basel on September 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
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Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselCheapest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
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Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselFastest
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
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Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
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Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
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Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
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Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
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  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
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Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:35 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Zürich to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
1h 8mAverage Duration
74 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PricePEN 38 - PEN 152Average Duration1h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average PricePEN 97 - PEN 684Average Duration1h 8m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Basel by train

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 train ticket from Zürich to Basel?

    The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Basel start at PEN 97. The average price for this train route is around PEN 131. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train trip from Zürich to Basel takes 1h 8m and covers 74 km. The quickest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.

  3. Which train operators serve the Zürich to Basel route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Zürich to Basel departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 4:36pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09-13
PEN 164
09-14
PEN 163
Today
PEN 106
09-16
PEN 105
09-17
PEN 103
09-18
PEN 97
09-19
PEN 97
09-20
PEN 96
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Basel was searched and found on Sep 20, 2026 with a price of PEN 96

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 96 to PEN 891 for a train ticket from Zürich to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 96 which is on 2026-09-20.

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