Basel to Zermatt by bus + train
This route from Basel to Zermatt is not by bus the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 7h 27m in total, run by FlixBus, SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz). A quicker option we found is train, at 3h 23m.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €64
- Total journey
- 7h 27m
- Change
- 2 transfers
- Operator
- FlixBus, SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz)
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The journey, step by step
- 1Basel to Geneva
FlixBus3h 35mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Geneva - 2Geneva to Visp
SBB2h 22mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Visp - 3Visp to ZermattMatterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz)36m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Bus covers Basel to Geneva. The rest of the journey is by train.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €63Omio catalogue, Oct 9 | 3h 23m2 transfers | See Train details |
- Train€63Omio catalogue, Oct 93h 23m · 2 transfersSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Train· 3h 19m€63Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 9
Basel to Zermatt by bus: common questions
How long does Basel to Zermatt take by bus?
The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 7h 27m, 2 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Basel to Zermatt?
The best price in our latest check was €64. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Basel to Zermatt?
FlixBus, SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz). You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the train better?
The train is faster at 3h 23m. It is cheaper too, at €60.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Basel Zermatt bus
- Basel to Zermatt by bus
- bus ticket Basel to Zermatt
- how long is the bus from Basel to Zermatt