How to travel from Bologna to Basel

There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Basel including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Basel is a bus with an average price of $52 (€42).

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Basel:

A bus is $113 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Basel costing on average $165 (€134).

A bus is $198 (€161) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Basel costing on average $250 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 55m.

Bus takes on average 7h 46m.

The distance from Bologna to Basel is approximately 278 miles (448 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Basel is:

• Around 7 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Basel as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Basel:

• Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Basel SBB.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).

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

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Basel by bus.
• Travel with Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo to go to Basel by train.
• Travel with Vueling, Air France to go to Basel by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Basel:

• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Zurich, Strasbourg, Colmar, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Basel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.

Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.