Train from Basel to Zürich: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Basel to Zürich on 1 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Swiss Federal Railways IRTrain
Basel
Zurich HB (Main Station)Cheapest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
Zurich HB (Main Station)Fastest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:42 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Zürich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 45mAverage duration
80 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 180 - R 660Average duration1h 45m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 467 - R 2 014Average duration1h 9m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Zürich 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 Basel to Zürich?

    The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Zürich start from R 467. The average price for this train route is around R 872. 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 Basel to Zürich?

    The average train journey time from Basel to Zürich is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest train can get you there in 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, SNCF - TER.

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

    The earliest train from Basel to Zürich departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:07.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Basel to Zürich?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Zürich?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Basel to Zürich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Zürich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with a cleanliness rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
29/01
R 836
30/01
R 830
Today
R 612
01/02
R 505
02/02
R 523
03/02
R 517
04/02
R 498
05/02
R 490
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Zürich was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 490

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 R 490 to R 4 550 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 R 490, which is on 2026-02-05.

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