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Compare train and bus for Basel to Rijeka
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $112 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 14h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $112, while a train costs an average of $121.
Distance: 359 miles (578 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$112 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $268 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 58m Average total duration Fastest 14h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 48m Average total duration 17h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare the available ways to get from Basel to Rijeka, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Rijeka:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Rijeka costing on average $121.
Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 48m.
Tickets start at around $112 compared to roughly $268 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $156. The journey takes 14h 28m versus 8h 58m 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.
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.
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How to get from Basel to Rijeka by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Basel to Rijeka is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
11:30 AM 19h15 Basel 6:45 AM Rijeka $73 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
11:30 AM 19h15 Basel 6:45 AM Rijeka $73 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
12:05 AM 16h15 Basel 4:20 PM Rijeka $90 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
10:25 PM 18h55 Basel 5:20 PM Rijeka $86 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Rijeka:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Rijeka costing on average $121.
Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 48m.
- Around 7 buses per day.
- Around 1 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Rijeka as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Rijeka station.
- Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Rijeka, Bus Station.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Rijeka by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Rijeka by bus.
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