Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Budapest Airport (BUD) | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Budapest Airport (BUD) | Basel Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kelenföld | Basel Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kelenföld | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Basel Central Station | No tags |
Get from Budapest to Basel
The journey takes about 20 hours, and with fares starting at just R 1 158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Basel?
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- CBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- D
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- FNyugati tér, 1062 Budapest 6, Hungary
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - CAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Basel by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Basel start at R 1 158. The average price for this route is around R 1 555. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Budapest to Basel?
The average bus journey time from Budapest to Basel is 20h, covering a distance of 863 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Basel at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Basel?
A bus trip from Budapest to Basel produces an estimated 21.551125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Budapest 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 11571 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Budapest 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 Budapest 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 Budapest to Basel was searched and found on 09 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 254To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 254 to R 2 677 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 254, which is on 2026-04-09.
