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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Kloten
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Kloten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Kloten will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Kloten on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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 bus and train for Basel to Kloten
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basel to Kloten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 €15, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 77 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€34 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Kloten train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Kloten trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:19 AM Basel | 2h07 | 9:26 AM Kloten | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:19 PM Basel | 2h41 | 9:00 PM Kloten | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 2:35 AM Basel | 1h30 | 4:05 AM Kloten | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:37 AM Basel | 1h28 | 4:05 AM Kloten | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Kloten
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Basel to Kloten run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SBB from Basel to Kloten trainsSBB trains will get you between Basel and Kloten from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Kloten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Kloten 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 Kloten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Basel, you have various train station options to start your route from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel St. Johann. When arriving in Kloten, you can end your trip in train stations like Kloten, Kloten, Schluefweg and Kloten, Flughofstrasse (Balsberg train station).
Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Kloten, located 0.2 miles (405 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Kloten
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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