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Kunstmuseum Basel
One of Europe’s leading art museums, with outstanding Old Masters and modern works. An essential stop for Basel’s world-class cultural scene.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$9
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$19
Fastest journey on Aug 31
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
1 h 33 m
Buses on Aug 31
6
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Colmar to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colmar to Basel will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 6 buses from Colmar to Basel, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colmar to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, while a train costs an average of $173.
Distance: 169 miles (273 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Colmar to Basel:
A bus is $138 (€112) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colmar to Basel costing on average $173 (€140).
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 14m.
You'll arrive about -2h -14m sooner (5h 10m by bus vs 3h 56m by car) and save roughly $-20.39 (€-16.53) compared to fuel and tolls ($35 (€28) vs $15 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:28AM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Colmar to Basel buses for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:15 PM Colmar | 2h33 | 5:48 PM Basel | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Colmar | 1h40 | 6:30 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 31 | |||||
![]() | 5:55 AM Colmar | 2h10 | 8:05 AM Basel | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Colmar | 1h08 | 7:28 AM Basel | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Colmar | 1h15 | 7:35 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Colmar | 1h30 | 10:40 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Colmar to Basel run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Very high hotel, dining, and everyday costs; transit is efficient but not cheap. Basel is pricier than most European city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up small amounts in cafes, add about CHF 5-10 in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) -> Barfüsserplatz, Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colmar to Basel by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Colmar to Basel buses use the Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) to Basel, Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB). Use this guide to compare Colmar and Basel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Basel, Bahnhof is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Basel, Bahnhof. ATMs are aTMs available in the station concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Basel, Bahnhof.
Available at Basel, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Bahnhof: Station is accessible to those with reduced mobility.
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Swiss (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station), Café Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
Available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Elevators, ramps.
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