Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lille Bus Station Europe | Basel Central Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Lille | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Lille | Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lille | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lille to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 12 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just R 635, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 635 - R 2 727 | Average duration12h 48m | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceR 3 436 - R 3 436 | Average duration5h 14m | 11kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average priceR 1 276 - R 1 276 | Average duration6h 10m | 20kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Lille and Basel?
Stops in Lille
- A
Lille - Boulevard de Turin
Bus station, Boulevard de Turin, 59800 Lille, France - B
1 Place Saint-Hubert
1 Place Saint-Hubert, 59800 Lille, France - CLille, 59777 Lille, France
- D
253 Boulevard de Leeds
253 Boulevard de Leeds, 59800 Lille, France
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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lille to Basel by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Lille to Basel cost?
The bus ticket price from Lille to Basel starts at R 635. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lille to Basel 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!
How long is the bus ride from Lille to Basel?
The average travel time between Lille and Basel is around 12h 48m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 475 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Lille and Basel?
The number of buses from Lille to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lille to Basel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Lille to Basel?
When taking the bus from Lille to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lille to Basel?
Buses travelling between Lille and Basel leave from Lille - Boulevard de Turin or 1 Place Saint-Hubert and arrive at Basel Central Station, Basel Badischer Bahnhof, Basel Bahnhofs.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lille to Basel was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of R 733To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lille to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 733 to R 2 184 for a bus ticket from Lille to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 757, which is on 2025-11-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lille to Basel?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination