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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 22 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Amsterdam will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 19 buses that leave Basel for Amsterdam every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 569 km distance in an average of 11 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 569 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price | £266 Average Price |
11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Amsterdam coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixTrain+FlixBus | 06:09 Basel Bad Bhf | 14h21 | 20:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h50 | 00:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h15 | 00:55 Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h25 | 00:05 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h50 | 06:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h50 | 07:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| 4743 | 20:00 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 11h25 | 07:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 12h45 | 10:35 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 21:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 11h30 | 09:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 11h20 | 10:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h05 | 13:35 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 12h40 | 12:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
| Sunday 23 November | |||||
| 4739 | 00:05 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 10h55 | 11:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 11h40 | 11:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h00 | 15:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h10 | 14:35 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h25 | 16:00 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h35 | 16:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h15 | 19:05 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Amsterdam
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Buses from Basel to Amsterdam run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 569 km distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 569 km |
Average bus duration 11h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Basel to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Basel to Amsterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Amsterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Amsterdam by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Amsterdam
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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