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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Basel SBB | Frankfurt Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
| Basel SBB | Frankfurt Hbf | Fastest | |||||
| Basel SBB | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Basel Bad Station | FRA Frankfurt airport | No tags | |||||
| Basel SBB | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 3 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Basel and Frankfurt am Main?
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
Stops in Frankfurt am Main
- B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - CHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main start from $22. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The average bus trip duration from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 176 miles (284 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Frankfurt am Main at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
A bus trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
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 Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
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 Basel to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $87 for a bus ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-03.
