Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Erdberg | Basel Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erdberg | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hbf | Basel Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Basel Central Station | No tags |
Get from Vienna to Basel
The journey takes about 16 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 805, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Basel?
Stops in Vienna
- A
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - DEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
- EFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- FTriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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 Vienna 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 Vienna to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Basel start at R 805. The average price for this route is around R 1 321. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Basel?
The average bus journey time from Vienna to Basel is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 673 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Basel at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Basel?
A bus trip from Vienna to Basel produces an estimated 17 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 Vienna 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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna 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 Vienna to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna 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 Vienna to Basel was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 930To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 930 to R 1 637 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 930, which is on 2025-12-10.
