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- This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: April 30 atDeparture city: BaselDeparture location: BaselArrival time: April 30 atDestination city: ZurichDestination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
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Train Basel to Zurich: Trip Overview
Train companies
Based on 5 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 US$18.00
Based on 43 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the staff but often complained with the value for money. TGV inOui ticket prices on this trip start at US$72.00
Basel to Zurich Trains
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Information about this train trip
Daily Trains | 9 |
Earliest and Latest Train Departures | 7:01AM - 11:11PM |
Minimum Price | US$22 |
Average Ticket Price | US$32 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 53m |
Average Train Trip Duration | 1h9m |
Distance | 74 km |
Train Companies on This Route | Swiss Federal Railways, TGV inOui |
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Zurich?
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
Basel Central StationBasel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Basel St. JohannTürkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
BaselGüterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
Media Markt BaselBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
Basel Badischer BahnhofLimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
SihlquaiAltstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
Zürich AltstettenHofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
Zürich OerlikonSelnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Zürich SelnauStadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Zürich StadelhofenFrequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Zurich
The average train ticket price from Basel to Zurich is US$32. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Zurich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
A train trip between Basel and Zurich is around 1h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 77 km that separates the two cities.
The number of trains from Basel to Zurich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Zurich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the train from Basel to Zurich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Swiss Federal Railways, TGV inOui.
Trains travelling between Basel and Zurich leave from Basel Central Station or Basel St. Johann and arrive at Sihlquai, Zürich Airport, Zürich Altstetten.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Zurich, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$44 for a train ticket from Basel to Zurich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2024-05-02.
Usually SBB_TRAIN_À_GRANDE_VIT. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
There are many train stations in the world, check out the station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Zurich you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Basel and Zurich, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Basel to Zurich while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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