Day trip from Basel to Zürich
Zürich lies 76 km (48 mi) east of Basel, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 76 km (48 mi) apart, Zürich is a realistic day trip from Basel: about 1 h 15 min each way by road.
| Basel | Zürich | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland | Switzerland |
| Population | 177,595 | 415,367 |
| Elevation | 279 m (915 ft) | 429 m (1,407 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Postal codes | 4000–4091 | 8000–8099 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Zürich
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Staying in Zürich
Our booking partner lists 645 places to stay in Zürich. Of the 411 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (199), and 15 are five-star. Across 264 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 441,713 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Zürich from Basel?
76 km (48 mi) in a straight line, east of Basel; by road roughly 93 km (58 mi).
How long does it take to get from Basel to Zürich by road?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Basel and Zürich?
No, both are on Europe/Zurich at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zürich?
Our booking partner lists 645 places to stay in Zürich, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.