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TomorrowApr 26
from $33
SatApr 27
from $22
SunApr 28
from $22
MonApr 29
from $28
TueApr 30
from $25
WedMay 1
ThuMay 2
from $20
FriMay 3

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel Central Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: FRA Airport
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $33
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel Central Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: FRA Airport
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $33
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: FRA Airport
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $52
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: FRA Airport
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $44
Bus Basel to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Bus Basel to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$31
Average bus trip duration7h 25m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure3:00 AM
Distance179 miles (288 km)
Latest bus departure11:40 PM

Basel to Frankfurt am Main Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:00AM - 11:40PM
Minimum Price$26
Average Ticket Price$31
Minimum Trip Duration5h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h25m
Distance179 miles (288 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Basel - Frankfurt am Main

The best way to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

The average travel time from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is about 7h 25m, although the fastest bus will take 5h 15m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 184 miles (297 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 184 miles (297 km).

On average, there are 6 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus. The number of buses from Basel to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Basel to Frankfurt am Main as smooth as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The first bus leaves at 3:00 AM and the last one leaves at 11:40 PM.

If you're headed to Frankfurt am Main from Basel, chances are that your bus will depart from Basel Central Station and arrive at Frankfurt Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. With prices starting at $14, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The average bus ticket price from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is $31. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $82, so it's good to do your research before booking.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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 Frankfurt am Main!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Basel to Frankfurt am Main.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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 average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Basel by bus?

Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel

You can also go to Frankfurt am Main by train

Train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

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