- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£41
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£51
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
10 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
11 h 59 m
Buses on 06 Oct
11
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 £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 11 buses from Basel to Amsterdam, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 569 km distance in an average of 11 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 25 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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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Basel to Amsterdam run on average 15 times per day, taking around 12h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 569 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 569 km |
Average bus duration 12h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Amsterdam coaches for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 12h50 | 7:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
4743 | 21:00 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 11h25 | 8:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 12h45 | 11:35 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 11h30 | 10:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 6 October | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 16h00 | 16:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 0:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 11h20 | 11:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h10 | 15:35 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
4739 | 1:05 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 10h55 | 12:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h50 | 19:25 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h45 | 19:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h20 | 20:10 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h25 | 21:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
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World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, showing major paintings, drawings and letters that trace his life and artistic development.
Canal house museum where Anne Frank hid during the war, offering a powerful, carefully presented insight into her story.
Historic canal district ideal for walking, lined with gabled houses, bridges, houseboats and classic waterside city views.
Lively former working-class neighbourhood with independent shops, markets, brown cafés and scenic canals popular with locals.
Large city park with broad lawns, ponds, open-air performances and relaxed paths for walking, cycling and people-watching.
Deep-fried cod or white fish in a light batter, a Dutch seaside classic popular in Amsterdam markets and fish shops.
Raw salted herring, often served with chopped onion and pickles. It is a longstanding Dutch street-food tradition.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. A beloved Dutch treat found in traditional pancake houses.
Traditional tasting room near the centre, ideal for sampling jenever and Dutch liqueurs in a historic wooden interior.
Long-running canal-side restaurant serving refined Dutch and French-influenced cooking in an elegant, relaxed atmosphere.
Popular fish specialist for Dutch seafood classics including herring and kibbeling, with a smart but casual feel.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European city breaks, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though public transport and casual food remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares and small café bills.
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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.

Most Basel to Amsterdam buses use the Basel, Bahnhof to Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) station pair, with some services arriving at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1. Use this guide to compare Basel and Amsterdam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Basel, Bahnhof is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Basel, Bahnhof. ATMs are aTMs available in the station concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Basel, Bahnhof.
Available at Basel, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Bahnhof: Station is accessible to those with reduced mobility.
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Swiss (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station), Café Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
Available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Elevators, ramps.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
Available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Facilities available for persons with reduced mobility.
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