- Must visit
Kunstmuseum Basel
Switzerland’s oldest public art museum, renowned for Old Masters, modern art, and major temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Antwerp to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp to Basel will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Antwerp to Basel without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 290 miles (467 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $240 Average price | $246 Average price | $202 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Basel:
A bus is $174 (€143) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Basel costing on average $240 (€198).
A bus is $179 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Basel costing on average $246 (€202).
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 58m.
Flight takes on average 9h 42m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€55) compared to roughly $202 (€166) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $135 (€111). The journey takes 8h 58m versus 6h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Basel buses for today, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 10h25 | 8:20 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 12h00 | 11:40 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 13h45 | 10:50 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
1646 · 7991 | 11:30 AM Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal | 20h00 | 7:30 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 14h05 | 2:00 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 10h40 | 2:00 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
1658 · 7991 | 4:05 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 15h25 | 7:30 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 11h35 | 4:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 10h15 | 4:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Antwerp to Basel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (467 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 290 miles (467 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Basel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Basel trip today.
Switzerland’s oldest public art museum, renowned for Old Masters, modern art, and major temporary exhibitions.
World-famous art museum in nearby Riehen with masterpieces by Monet, Picasso, Rothko, and acclaimed special shows.
Dedicated to Jean Tinguely’s kinetic sculptures, this riverside museum is one of Basel’s most distinctive cultural stops.
Basel’s Old Town core with medieval lanes, squares, fountains, and many of the city’s signature sights.
The city’s main market square, lively and photogenic, anchored by the Town Hall and central tram connections.
Popular walking area along the river, especially scenic at sunset and central to Basel’s outdoor social life.
A dark roasted flour soup, traditionally eaten during Basel Fasnacht. It has a deep, nutty flavor and is one of the city’s signature carnival dishes.
Basel’s famous spiced biscuit made with honey, nuts, candied peel, and kirsch, then glazed. It is the city’s best-known traditional sweet.
A Swiss savory cheese tart common in Basel bakeries and homes. It is a simple, comforting regional classic often eaten for lunch or a light meal.
An upscale brasserie in one of Basel’s landmark hotels, offering polished French and Swiss cuisine with Rhine views and classic grand-hotel atmosphere.
A historic Basel restaurant serving refined Swiss cuisine in an elegant old-town setting. Known for classic regional dishes and a formal atmosphere.
A long-established Swiss restaurant known for fondue, raclette, and hearty traditional fare. Cozy and reliable for an authentic local meal.
Basel is costly for tourists. Hotels, dining, and transport are pricier than in many European cities, though public transit and supermarket food can help control spending.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up taxis and small café bills.
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