How to travel from Basel to Salzburg

Travel from Basel, Switzerland to Salzburg, Austria is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Salzburg from Basel restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Salzburg, Austria from Basel?

• There are no current restrictions

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Salzburg, Austria?

The government of Austria has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distance requirement: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
• Face mask requirement: Recommended

The above information was last verified on 5/17/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip to Salzburg from Basel closer to your planned date of departure here.

The current restriction level for returning to Basel, Switzerland from Austria is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Basel, Switzerland from Salzburg, Austria?

Reentering Switzerland is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Austria

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Basel from Salzburg?

• There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in Basel, Switzerland regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Switzerland must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

• Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
• Face masks: Regional advice

The information above was last checked on 5/25/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Basel from Salzburg here.

There are 3 travel options from Basel to Salzburg: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Salzburg is by taking a bus. You can find average ticket prices around $45 (€39) compared to other travel options to Salzburg:

A bus is generally $366 (€317) less than a flight for the same route. Taking a flight costs on average $411 (€356) from Basel to Salzburg.

Taking a bus is usually $36 (€31) less than taking a train to Salzburg, which costs on average $81 (€70) for the same trip.

The quickest way to travel to Salzburg from Basel is by flight, which takes on average 3 h 30 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, traveling by bus can take you on average 10 h 23 min.

In comparison, getting to Salzburg by train can take on average 6 h 30 min.

The distance is approximately 254 miles (410 km) from Basel to Salzburg.

The average frequency per day from Basel to Salzburg is:

• Around 1 bus per day.
• 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Basel to Salzburg as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Basel to Salzburg:

• Most travelers board their bus from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Salzburg, Alpensiedlung P+R.
• Most travelers catch their flight from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
• Most travelers board their train from Basel SBB and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Flixbus can take you to Salzburg by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Flixbus from Basel to Salzburg for $45 (€39).
• Lufthansa can take you to Salzburg by plane. If searching for a good deal on flights, you can find tickets for Lufthansa from Basel to Salzburg for $411 (€356).
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn with connection for trains to Salzburg. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Deutsche Bahn with connection Basel to Salzburg tickets on Omio for $81 (€70).

Yes, there are direct routes from Basel to Salzburg with the following travel companies:

• You can check for a direct bus to Salzburg with with 1 direct bus per day.

Direct services to Salzburg tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.

Before traveling from Basel to Salzburg, it’s good to know what ticket you can buy and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:

• A bus ticket for this route is costing $45 (€39) one way on average.
• A plane ticket costs $411 (€356) one way on average for this trip.
• A train ticket costs $81 (€70) one way on average for this trip.

But we recommend booking Basel to Salzburg tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.