Basel to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Basel from Zurich?
The distance from Basel to Zurich is 46.3 miles (74.5 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located ESE of Basel. By car, the driving distance is approximately 52.4 miles, taking about 1h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in Switzerland.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Basel and Zurich. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Basel to Zurich
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
- You could travel this distance about 537.9 times to circle the Earth's equator