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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Basel
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€103
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Basel will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zermatt for Basel on Wed, Nov 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.
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Compare train for Zermatt to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €77.
Distance: 171 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€104 Average price Cheapest | €175 Average price |
5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 5m Average total duration 14h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Zermatt to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Basel trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:06 PM Zermatt | 3h35 | 10:41 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 19 | |||||
| 4:21 AM Zermatt | 8h35 | 12:56 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:37 AM Zermatt | 3h24 | 10:01 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:37 AM Zermatt | 3h55 | 12:32 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:37 AM Zermatt | 3h24 | 3:01 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Basel
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Trains from Zermatt to Basel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Basel trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Basel from €59. 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 Zermatt to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt 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.
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Popular train stations from Zermatt to Basel
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- 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
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
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