Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Basel on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Basel SBBCheapest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Basel SBBFastest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Mulhouse Freiburg AirportNo tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    FRA Frankfurt airport
    Basel Bad StationNo tags
    Flixbus
    Frankfurt Hbf
    Mulhouse Freiburg AirportNo tags

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    Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Basel

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1train per day
    3h 37mAverage Duration
    293 kmDistance
    7kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$31 - $148Average Duration5h 25m
    7kg CO₂e
    Average Price$19 - $70Average Duration3h 37m
    7kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average Price$24 - $59Average Duration3h 20m
    12kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Basel by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Basel start from $31. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Basel is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 296 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Basel route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Basel at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-27
    $36
    11-28
    $40
    Today
    $40
    11-30
    $40
    12-01
    $32
    12-02
    $27
    12-03
    $29
    12-04
    $29
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $27

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Basel, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $27 to $118 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-02.

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