Bus from Cologne to Basel: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Basel on May 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Basel SBBCheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)No tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)No tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)No tags
FlixbusBus
Leverkusen (Mitte Station)
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 1:21 AM CEST.

Get from Cologne to Basel

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 1,327, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
12h 35mAverage Duration
232 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Basel by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Basel?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Basel start from TRY 1,327. The average price for this route is around TRY 2,588. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Basel?

    The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Basel is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 232 miles (374 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Basel route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Basel?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Basel at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Basel?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Basel generates an estimated 9.325149999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cologne 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 11808 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Basel?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Cologne to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found
05/19
TRY 1,833
05/20
TRY 1,646
Today
TRY 1,836
05/22
TRY 4,166
05/23
TRY 3,786
05/24
TRY 3,333
05/25
TRY 4,441
05/26
TRY 1,749
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Basel was searched and found on May 20, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,646

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 1,646 to TRY 5,829 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 1,749 which is on 2026-05-26.

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