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Today29 Apr
from US$38
Tomorrow30 Apr
from US$38
Wed1 May
from US$39
Thu2 May
from US$36
Fri3 May
Sat4 May
Sun5 May
from US$39
Mon6 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel Central Station
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$38
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel Central Station
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$39
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
    Arrival time: 29 April at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$42
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
    Arrival time: 29 April at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$44
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
    Arrival time: 29 April at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$61
Bus Basel to Cologne: Trip Overview

Bus Basel to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$42
Average bus trip duration10h 10m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure00:55
Distance227 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Basel to Cologne buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses7
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures00:55 - 23:30
Minimum PriceUS$31
Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Minimum Trip Duration7h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration10h10m
Distance227 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, BlaBlaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Cologne

The average bus ticket price from Basel to Cologne is US$42. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Basel to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Basel and Cologne is around 10h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 235 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Basel to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Basel to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Basel to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaBus.

Buses travelling between Basel and Cologne leave from Basel Central Station or Arrêt d'autobus Basel and arrive at Cologne Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/04
US$49
28/04
US$44
Today
US$43
30/04
US$43
01/05
US$48
02/05
US$48
03/05
US$44
04/05
US$49
The cheapest trip from Basel to Cologne was searched and found on 29 Apr 2024 with a price of US$43

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

You can expect to pay from US$43 to US$49 for a bus ticket from Basel to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43, which is on 2024-04-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Basel and Cologne!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Basel to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Basel to Cologne will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Basel to Cologne.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Basel by bus?

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Train from Basel to Cologne

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