How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Zürich?

The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Zürich start from $11. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Basel to Zürich?

The average bus trip duration from Basel to Zürich is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 50 miles (80 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Basel to Zürich route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Zürich?

The earliest bus departs from Basel to Zürich at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Zürich?

A bus trip from Basel to Zürich generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Basel to Zürich from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 45m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	6:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	2h 15m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 45m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	6:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	2h 15m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	8:10pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	6:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	2h 15m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 45m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	8:10pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	6:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	2h 15m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 45m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	8:10pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	6:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	2h 15m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 45m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	8:10pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	6:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	2h 15m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 45m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Zürich on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	8:10pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 30m	6:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	2h 15m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	1h 45m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Zürich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

50 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $35	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$28 - $200	Average Duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Basel and Zürich?

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
D
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Stops in Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,501 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

CH bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Zürich by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Zürich start from $11. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Basel to Zürich?
The average bus trip duration from Basel to Zürich is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 50 miles (80 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Zürich route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Zürich at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Zürich?
A bus trip from Basel to Zürich generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/30

$21

12/01

$12

Today

$10

12/03

$13

12/04

$12

12/05

$11

12/06

$11

12/07

$14

The cheapest trip from Basel to Zürich was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $37 for a bus ticket from Basel to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-05.