The cheapest and fastest trains from Kloten to Basel
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kloten to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kloten to Basel will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kloten for Basel every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kloten to Basel
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kloten to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 77 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kloten to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Kloten to Basel trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:34 Kloten | 2h11 | 18:45 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
![]() | 07:25 Kloten | 1h28 | 08:53 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:34 Kloten | 2h41 | 14:15 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kloten to Basel
Trains from Kloten to Basel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Kloten to Basel trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Kloten and Basel from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kloten to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kloten to Basel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kloten and Basel
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Thai Style Kloten
- Restaurant Rias
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Zleep Hotel Zurich-Kloten
- Hotel Allegra Lodge
- Radisson Hotel Zurich Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 498 places, mostly covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for S-Bahn trains to Zurich and regional destinations
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
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