Find coaches from Basel to Cologne

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Cologne on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
    		Basel Central Station
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
    Flixbus
      		Basel Central Station
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
      BlaBlaCar Bus
        		Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
        		Cologne/Bonn AirportNo tags
        Flixbus
          		Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
          		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
          Flixtrain + Flixbus
            		Basel Bad Station
            		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Cologne

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2carpool per day
            4h 50mAverage duration
            378 kmDistance
            16kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$29 - US$146Average duration10h 15m
            10kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$393 - US$393Average duration8h 41m
            9kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceUS$34 - US$54Average duration4h 50m
            16kg CO₂e

            Bus Basel to Cologne: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$55
            Average bus trip duration10h 15m
            Number of daily buses4
            Earliest bus departure00:50
            Distance384 km
            Latest bus departure23:40

            Basel to Cologne Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Cologne

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Basel to Cologne cost?

              The bus ticket price from Basel to Cologne starts at US$29. 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Basel to Cologne?

              The average travel time between Basel and Cologne is around 10h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 379 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Basel and Cologne?

              The number of buses from Basel to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 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.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Basel to Cologne?

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

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Basel to Cologne?

              Buses travelling between Basel and Cologne leave from Basel Central Station or Basel Badischer Bahnhof and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

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

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$48
            01/11
            US$41
            Today
            US$53
            03/11
            US$33
            04/11
            US$27
            05/11
            US$29
            06/11
            US$27
            07/11
            US$29
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Cologne was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$27

            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$27 to US$110 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$27, which is on 2025-11-06.

            About Bus Travel

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            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.

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            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.

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