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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Basel
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Basel will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 23 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Basel every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
IC 1 708 | 708 · IR 55 1760 | 1760 · IC 61 608 | 6087:091h24Zurich Airport8:33Basel SBB£211One-way2 changes- IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 37 2258 | 22587:491h27Zurich Airport9:16Basel SBB£221One-way1 change
- IR 36 2062 | 20627:561h27Zurich Airport9:23Basel SBB£251One-way0 changes
- IR 75 2108 | 2108 · IR 36 1960 | 19607:151h37Zurich Airport8:52Basel SBB£251One-way1 change
- IR 13 3268 | 3268 · ICE 104 | 10413:391h20Zurich Airport14:59Basel SBB£261One-way1 change
- IR 13 3272 | 3272 · ICE 102 | 10215:391h19Zurich Airport16:58Basel SBB£261One-way1 change
- IR 13 3258 | 3258 · IC 3 30794 | 307948:391h19Zurich Airport9:58Basel SBB£291One-way1 change
- IR 13 3256 | 3256 · ICE 200 | 2007:391h19Zurich Airport8:58Basel SBB£261One-way1 change
- IR 13 3268 | 3268 · ICE 104 | 10413:391h20Zurich Airport14:59Basel SBB£261One-way1 change
- IR 13 3270 | 3270 · IC 3 776 | 77614:391h20Zurich Airport15:59Basel SBB£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich Airport to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 75 km
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£32 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Basel trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 2 18281 | 18281 · IR 55 1788 | 1788 · IR 27 2488 | 2488 | 21:06 Zurich Airport | 1h40 | 22:46 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| IC 1 736 | 736 · IR 55 1788 | 1788 · EC 66 | 66 | 21:09 Zurich Airport | 1h28 | 22:37 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| IR 75 2136 | 2136 · IR 36 1988 | 1988 | 21:15 Zurich Airport | 1h37 | 22:52 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| S 2 18283 | 18283 · RE 36 2090 | 2090 | 21:36 Zurich Airport | 1h47 | 23:23 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3284 | 3284 · IR 37 2286 | 2286 | 21:39 Zurich Airport | 1h37 | 23:16 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3284 | 3284 · IC 60402 | 60402 | 21:39 Zurich Airport | 1h19 | 22:58 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3284 | 3284 · NJ 402 | 402 | 21:39 Zurich Airport | 1h19 | 22:58 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
| IC 1 708 | 708 · IR 55 1760 | 1760 · IC 61 608 | 608 | 7:09 Zurich Airport | 1h24 | 8:33 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| IR 75 2108 | 2108 · IR 36 1960 | 1960 | 7:15 Zurich Airport | 1h37 | 8:52 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3256 | 3256 · ICE 200 | 200 | 7:39 Zurich Airport | 1h19 | 8:58 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 37 2258 | 2258 | 7:49 Zurich Airport | 1h27 | 9:16 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IR 36 2062 | 2062 | 7:56 Zurich Airport | 1h27 | 9:23 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 6 610 | 610 | 8:09 Zurich Airport | 1h24 | 9:33 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| IR 75 2110 | 2110 · IR 36 1962 | 1962 | 8:15 Zurich Airport | 1h37 | 9:52 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3258 | 3258 · IC 3 30794 | 30794 | 8:39 Zurich Airport | 1h19 | 9:58 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 37 2260 | 2260 | 8:49 Zurich Airport | 1h27 | 10:16 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| IR 36 2064 | 2064 | 8:56 Zurich Airport | 1h27 | 10:23 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Basel
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Trains from Zurich Airport to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 21:46 |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Basel trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Basel from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich Airport to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport and Basel
Most Zurich Airport to Basel trains use the Zürich HB to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel St Johann. Use this guide to compare Zurich Airport and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
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