Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:40 CEST.
Get from Cologne to Basel
The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just SEK 254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Basel
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Basel
- A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Basel
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Basel?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Basel start from SEK 254. The average price for this route is around SEK 516. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Basel?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Basel is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 231 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Basel at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Basel?
A bus journey from Cologne to Basel produces an estimated 9.312875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cologne 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 12194 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Basel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Basel was searched and found on 1 Aug 2026 with a price of SEK 485To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 485 to SEK 1,315 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 566, which is on 2026-08-06.
