Trains tickets from Basel to Zürich

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Tomorrow13 Jul
from US$34
Mon14 Jul
from US$35
Tue15 Jul
from US$33
Wed16 Jul
from US$33
Thu17 Jul
from US$32
Fri18 Jul
from US$32
Sat19 Jul
from US$31
Sun20 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: Swiss Federal Railways ICNSwiss Federal Railways ICN
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: Swiss Federal Railways ICNSwiss Federal Railways ICN
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: Swiss Federal Railways ICNSwiss Federal Railways ICN
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: Swiss Federal Railways IRSwiss Federal Railways IR
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: Swiss Federal Railways ICESwiss Federal Railways ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Zürich

Bus
Average priceUS$12 - US$37Average duration1h 30m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$19 - US$123Average duration1h 9m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Basel to Zürich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 30mAverage duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Basel to Zürich: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$51
Average train trip duration1h 9m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure07:01
Distance46 miles
Latest train departure23:55

Basel to Zürich Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Zürich

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Basel to Zürich cost?

    The average train ticket price from Basel to Zürich is US$51. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Zürich 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!

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

    A train trip between Basel and Zürich is around 1h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 48 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Basel and Zürich?

    The number of trains from Basel to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Basel to Zürich?

    When taking the train from Basel to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Swiss Federal Railways, SNCF - TER.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Zürich?

    Trains travelling between Basel and Zürich leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Altstetten.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/07
US$49
11/07
US$49
Today
US$49
13/07
US$29
14/07
US$31
15/07
US$29
16/07
US$29
17/07
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Zürich was searched and found on 17 Jul 2025 with a price of US$28

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 US$28 to US$267 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 US$28, which is on 2025-07-17.

Usually SBB_INTERCITY 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

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Zürich 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 Zürich, 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 Zürich 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 apologise 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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Train from Zürich to Basel

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