The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 11 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Basel on Thu, Dec 04, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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.
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Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Frankfurt am Main to Basel Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 09:18PM | Duration 5h23 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Basel buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. 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 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h05 | 11:45 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h45 | 11:45 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h30 | 6:35 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 7:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h25 | 12:40 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h10 | 4:40 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h50 | 4:40 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h55 | 2:55 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Basel run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Frankfurt am Main to BaselYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Basel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $7 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Basel Minster, a Gothic cathedral known for its twin towers and stunning views of the Rhine River
- Kunstmuseum Basel, Switzerland's oldest public art collection featuring works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art
- Tinguely Fountain, a playful kinetic sculpture fountain created by artist Jean Tinguely
- Basel Zoo, a popular attraction with diverse animal species and conservation programs
- Rathaus Basel, a striking red sandstone town hall with a richly decorated facade and historical significance.
- Tinguely Museum, dedicated to the works of Swiss artist Jean Tinguely, featuring kinetic sculptures
- Rhine River Cruise, a scenic boat tour providing unique perspectives of Basel's architecture and landscapes
- Explore the Old Town, a charming area with cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, and vibrant markets
- Visit the Fondation Beyeler, a renowned art museum with a collection of modern and tribal art
- Attend Art Basel, an international art fair showcasing contemporary artworks from around the world.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
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