Private transfer from Basel AirportSion
The capital of the Valais, its twin hills of Valère and Tourbillon and its vineyards, 2 h 40 up the A9.
Private, train or car hire: the honest comparison for Sion
From 2 people, with luggage, an early meeting or a late flight, the private transfer wins on time and often on price.
Swiss Taxi private
- Leave when you land, even at 11 pm
- Straight to your hotel, office or home
- Luggage and buggies without limits
- Free waiting if your flight is late
- CHF 840 for the whole vehicle (3 pax)
Car hire
- Freedom once there
- City parking expensive or impossible
- Urban traffic and pedestrian zones
- Driving tired after a flight
- Deposit and excess
Train + bus
- Arrives at the main station
- Economical for 1 or 2 people
- Bus or taxi to reach your address
- Suitcases through corridors and stairs
- Fewer trains late in the evening
Basel → Sion, minute by minute
Our usual route. Real time depends on traffic and weather; we track it live.
Name board at the Swiss customs exit, car in the car park.
Belchen tunnel then the A1 towards Bern, on‑board Wi‑Fi.
Around Bern, Thun, then the lake on your left to Interlaken or Spiez.
Lütschine valley, Simmental or Valais depending on the destination; winter tyres and chains on board in season.
The exact address, bags to the door.
One price per vehicle, not per person
The price you see is the price you pay: tolls, vignette, fuel, waiting and VAT included. The return costs the same. Prices checked on 7 September 2026.
What to know before you arrive
The capital of the Valais, its twin hills of Valère and Tourbillon and its vineyards, 2 h 40 up the A9.
- Valère basilica and Tourbillon castle
- Terraced vineyards, Fendant and Petite Arvine
- Gateway to the 4 Vallées, Anzère and the Val d'Hérens
Events: Sion sous les étoiles in July, Christmas market in December.
Where do we drop you?
Return: when should you leave?
We allow 2 h 40 on the road, 15 min margin and 2 h for check‑in.
How pick‑up works at Basel Airport
Why Swiss Taxi from Basel Airport to Sion
Employed chauffeurs based in Basel
Trained by us, in suit and tie. Our Basel team serves Valais all year round. No subcontracting.
Guaranteed fixed price
CHF 840 for the whole car, return at the same price: tolls, fuel, waiting and VAT included.
Flight tracking, 60 minutes of waiting included
Your chauffeur adjusts to the actual landing time. Free cancellation up to 24 h before.
Before booking Sion
Another question? Write to booking@swisstaxi.ch, reply within 2 hours.
Where do I meet the chauffeur at the EuroAirport?
The airport has a Swiss exit and a French exit. Your chauffeur waits at the exit shown on your confirmation (Swiss by default, French for Alsace) with a name board.
What if my flight is delayed?
We track your flight number live. Your chauffeur adjusts to the actual landing time and waits at the Swiss sector exit; 60 minutes of waiting are included beyond that. No fees, nothing to do.
How much luggage can I bring?
The E‑Class takes 3 suitcases, the V‑Class up to 7 plus a buggy, the Sprinter a whole group's luggage. Tell us your volume when booking, there is no surcharge.
Are there busy periods for getting to Sion?
Yes: Sion sous les étoiles in July, Christmas market in December. On those days we leave earlier and the chauffeur follows live traffic; the price does not change.
Where can you drop me in Sion?
At the exact address, anywhere in the area: Sion centre · station, Vétroz · Conthey, Uvrier · Saint‑Léonard, Haute‑Nendaz. The outlying sectors (Uvrier · Saint‑Léonard, Haute‑Nendaz) carry a small supplement shown before you book.
Isn't the train easier to Sion?
For a solo traveller with a bag, often yes, and we say so. With luggage, a group, an early meeting or a late flight, the private car avoids the changes and arrives at the exact address, for CHF 840 per vehicle.
Other destinations
Zermatt
Leukerbad
Saas‑Fee
MartignySion is waiting. So is your chauffeur.
Fixed price from CHF 840 per vehicle, instant confirmation, free cancellation up to 24 h before.