Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Zurich to Basel?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zurich to Basel: BlaBlaCar Bus Assistance Priority boarding Accessible seating options.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Zurich to Basel?

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zurich to Basel depends on the coach companies: BlaBlaCar Bus You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Zurich to Basel?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Basel: BlaBlaCar Bus One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Zurich to Basel

Showing times and prices for Aug 15

Cheapest price

€3

Average price

€6

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

58 m

Buses per day

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Basel will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Zurich for Basel on Sat, Aug 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Aug 15 the direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.

5:00 AM0h40
Zurich
5:40 AMBasel
€31One-way
0 transfers
8:00 AM1h00
Zurich
9:00 AMBasel
€61One-way
0 transfers
6:00 AM1h10
Zurich
7:10 AMBasel
€61One-way
0 transfers
3:50 PM1h00
Zurich
4:50 PMBasel
€61One-way
0 transfers
5:20 PM1h00
Zurich
6:20 PMBasel
€81One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Zurich to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. 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 bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 76 km

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Bus	Most popular Train
€9 Average price Cheapest	€31 Average price
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Zurich to Basel bus times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Basel buses for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
1:10 PM Zurich	1h00	2:10 PM Basel	0 transfersDirect
2:30 PM Zurich	0h40	3:10 PM Basel	0 transfersDirect
4:40 PM Zurich	0h40	5:20 PM Basel	0 transfersDirect
5:10 PM Zurich	1h00	6:10 PM Basel	0 transfersDirect
7:15 PM Zurich	0h40	7:55 PM Basel	0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Zurich to Basel buses with Omio?

BlaBlaCar Bus as well as Gruppo Di Maio offer buses services from Zurich to Basel.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zurich to Basel.

Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Gruppo Di Maio to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Basel.
Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Basel.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Zurich to Basel

Switzerland

Buses from Zurich to Basel run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 76 km distance in 2h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

76 km

Average bus duration

1h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

€9

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

2h 15m

First bus

12:01 AM

Last bus

11:54 PM

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

5 days

Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio from Zurich to BaselYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Basel with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

BlaBlaCar Bus

About

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 5m

Cheapest Price

€8

BlaBlaCar Bus frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

BlaBlaCar

About

BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."

Luggage & cancellation policy

BlaBlaCar frequency

3 a day

Gruppo Di Maio

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 15m

Cheapest Price

€9

Gruppo Di Maio frequency

1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Zurich to Basel

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Basel by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Basel can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zurich to Basel is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Zurich to Basel is 2h 15m to travel the 76 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest coach from Zurich to Basel leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Zurich to Basel leaves at 11:54 PM.

Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Zurich to Basel with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

When taking a coach from Zurich to Basel, you can count on BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio for the best way to get you to Basel. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zurich and Basel and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Zurich , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) . When arriving in Basel , you can end your trip in coach stations like Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Lörrach, Hauptbahnhof .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, located 2 away from the city centre.

A trip to Basel from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Zurich to Basel is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Basel including taking a train and bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zurich to Basel:

BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Basel for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zurich to Basel depends on the coach companies:

BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Zurich to Basel.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Basel:

BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Basel:

BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Zurich to Basel.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Zurich to Basel with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Basel with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Zurich to Basel with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Zurich to Basel

Most Zurich to Basel buses use the Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) to Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Basel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Zurich

Arrival bus stations in Basel

Which Zurich station do buses to Basel leave from?

Buses from Zurich to Basel leave from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland.

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.

More about Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)Zürich Flughafen, 8302 Kloten, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

Train75 · 10m · €4 · every ~2 min

S2, S24, Ic5, Ir36, Ir75, Ir13, Ic81, Ic1, Ic8, S, Ir, N1, Ext · 12m · €4 · every ~22 min

S7, S16 · 18m · €5 · every ~5 min

BusN10 · 27m · €6

Tram10 · 30m · €3 · every ~14 min

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) bus station facilities and services

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several fast-food and cafe options available.