Zurich - Basel: Private transfer with English driver

Summary

A quiet ride from Zurich to Basel — just us, the road, and a friendly local

Skip crowded trains and let a local English-speaking driver handle your Zurich to Basel journey. You’ll get door-to-door pickup, help with luggage, and quiet moments watching Switzerland roll by — plus small touches like bottled water and local stories you might remember long after arriving.

What’s the experience like?

We met our driver right outside our hotel in Zurich — he was early, actually, which was a relief since I always worry about timing. He greeted us in English (with that gentle Swiss accent) and insisted on loading our bags himself. The car smelled faintly of leather and something clean, maybe eucalyptus? It felt good to just sit back for once and not think about train schedules or dragging suitcases through crowds.

The drive itself was smooth — I lost track of time watching the countryside slip by. Our driver pointed out a few villages along the way; I remember him mentioning Liestal and how locals go hiking there on weekends. He wasn’t pushy with conversation, just shared bits when we asked. At one point he offered us bottled water and told a story about his daughter learning French at school — made me smile, thinking how languages mix here.

I didn’t expect to feel so relaxed on what’s basically a transfer between cities. Maybe it was the steady hum of the road or knowing someone else had everything handled (even my heavy suitcase). When we got to Basel, he helped us with our bags again and wished us “viel Glück” — good luck. That stuck with me for some reason. So yeah, if you want an easy Zurich to Basel private transfer without fussing over logistics or language barriers, this is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private Transfer Zurich to Basel

• Private door-to-door transfer

Top questions

Is pickup included for the Zurich to Basel private transfer?

Yes, pickup is included from your hotel, accommodation, or airport in Zurich.

Does the driver speak English?

Yes, your private driver speaks English fluently.

Can I bring large luggage on this transfer?

Yes, luggage assistance is provided and vehicles have space for suitcases.

Is the vehicle wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

How many people can travel together?

The service accommodates solo travelers up to groups of 14 with appropriate vehicles.

What’s included

Your trip includes door-to-door pickup from any location in Zurich, a comfortable private vehicle with air conditioning, an English-speaking local driver who helps with your luggage and shares insights if you like, bottled water on board for the ride, plus all fees and taxes covered before drop-off at your chosen spot in Basel.