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How to get from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel by bus and train?

From Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel by bus and train

To get from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel in Geneve, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 245 bus from Birmensdorf Zh, Zentrum station to Birmensdorf Zh, Bahnhof Süd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S5 train and finally take the IC3 train from Zürich Hb station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Birmensdorf (Zh) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

85min
Bus - 245245
Train - S5S5
Train - IC3IC3
Leaves from Birmensdorf Zh, Zentrum

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Birmensdorf (Zh)
  • 2
    Bus - 245245
    Wait for bus
    245
    Zürich Wiedikon, Bahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Birmensdorf Zh, Bahnhof Süd
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Birmensdorf Zh
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S5S5
    Wait for train
    S5
    Pfäffikon Sz
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - IC3IC3
    Wait for train
    IC3
    Basel Sbb
  • 8
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    53 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel

The distance between Birmensdorf (Zh), Geneve and Basel, Geneve is approximately 86.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel

To check the bus and train schedule from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Birmensdorf (Zh)) and destination (Basel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel?

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 245, Train line S5, Train line IC3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Birmensdorf (Zh) and Basel in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel in Geneve?

    The 245 bus line goes from Birmensdorf Zh, Bahnhof Süd station near Birmensdorf (Zh) to Birmensdorf Zh station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Birmensdorf Zh station near Basel in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Basel in Geneve by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Birmensdorf (Zh) and Basel in Geneve by bus and train is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Birmensdorf (Zh) to get to Basel in Geneve?

    Get on the 245 bus from the Birmensdorf Zh, Bahnhof Süd stop near Birmensdorf (Zh) in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Birmensdorf (Zh) and Basel in Geneve?

    Get off the bus at the Birmensdorf Zh station, which is closest to Basel in Geneve.

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