Train from Zürich to Basel: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Zürich to Basel on 27 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselCheapest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselFastest
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
BaselNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 NOK 272, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
1h 8mAverage duration
74 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceNOK 121 - NOK 245Average duration1h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceNOK 272 - NOK 2 611Average duration1h 8m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Basel by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from NOK 272. The average price for this train route is around NOK 339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Zürich to Basel is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on this route, with 9 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 07:08. And the latest train departs at 18:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/04
NOK 468
25/04
NOK 469
Today
NOK 469
27/04
NOK 308
28/04
NOK 301
29/04
NOK 287
30/04
NOK 287
01/05
NOK 272
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Basel was searched and found on 01 May 2026 with a price of NOK 272

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 NOK 272 to NOK 2 573 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 NOK 272, which is on 2026-05-01.

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