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Kunstmuseum Basel
Switzerland’s oldest public art museum, renowned for its outstanding collection from Holbein to modern masters. A top choice for art lovers visiting Basel.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Basel will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 buses that leave Brussels for Basel on Fri, Jun 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 435 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 8 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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4740
4740
4744Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. 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 $36, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 270 miles (435 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $248 Average price | $316 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Basel:
A bus is $184 (€152) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Basel costing on average $248 (€205).
A bus is $251 (€208) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Basel costing on average $316 (€261).
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 3m.
Bus takes on average 8h 12m.
Tickets start at around $64 (€53) compared to roughly $192 (€159) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $128 (€106). The journey takes 8h 12m versus 5h 50m 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 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Basel buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4740 | 8:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 7h30 | 4:10 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4744 | 11:35 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 8h00 | 7:35 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Brussels to Basel run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 12:10 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.
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Basel is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transport are pricey, though supermarkets and lunch specials can help reduce daily costs.
Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small tips are optional in cafés and bars.
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Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) -> Barfüsserplatz, Basel
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