Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Madrid (South) | Basel Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Basel Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Basel Central Station | No tags |
Get from Madrid to Basel
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Basel?
Stops in Madrid
- BMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- CAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
- E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- BBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - DAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Based on 11564 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $169
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Basel start from $169. The average price for this route is around $256. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Basel?
The average bus travel time from Madrid to Basel is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1201 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madrid to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Basel at 3:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Basel?
A bus trip from Madrid to Basel generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Basel was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $121To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Basel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $121 to $180 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-11.
