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Kunstmuseum Basel
Switzerland’s oldest public art museum, renowned for Old Masters and major modern collections. A top cultural stop in Basel.
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 33 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Basel will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 8 buses that leave Rome for Basel on Tue, Jun 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 739 km distance in an average of 15 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 17 h 15 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 459 miles (739 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $241 Average price | $289 Average price |
14h 12m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg 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 Rome to Basel:
A bus is $161 (€130) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Basel costing on average $241 (€195).
A bus is $208 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Basel costing on average $289 (€234).
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 33m.
Bus takes on average 13h 42m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Basel buses for today, Monday, June 15. 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 | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 16h05 | 10:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 14h10 | 12:20 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 16h20 | 3:30 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 15h20 | 3:30 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 18h00 | 7:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 16h20 | 7:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 15h50 | 9:15 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 13h15 | 9:15 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 17h55 | 5:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 17h40 | 5:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 17h15 | 5:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rome to Basel run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 459 miles (739 km) distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 459 miles (739 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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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Central square in front of the Town Hall, lively with markets and one of Basel’s best-known urban scenes.
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Service is included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated but not required. Round up taxi fares.
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