- Must visit
Philips Museum
Museum in Philips’ first light bulb factory, telling the story of lighting, innovation and the company’s early development.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£41
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
9 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
10 h 44 m
Buses on 18 Sept
4
Distance
457 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Eindhoven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Eindhoven will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 buses from Basel to Eindhoven, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 457 km distance in an average of 10 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 50 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Eindhoven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, while a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 457 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price | £134 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration Fastest 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Eindhoven:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Eindhoven costing on average £82.
Other travel options to Eindhoven take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 34m.
Coach takes on average 11h 6m.
Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £134 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £80. The journey takes 11h 6m versus 5h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Eindhoven coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 11h50 | 19:55 Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h35 | 5:20 Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h05 | 8:45 Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h35 | 12:15 Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
FlixBus | 2:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 10h15 | 12:20 Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Basel to Eindhoven run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 457 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 457 km |
Average bus duration 9h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Museum in Philips’ first light bulb factory, telling the story of lighting, innovation and the company’s early development.
Contemporary and modern art museum with strong collection displays, sculpture garden and respected temporary exhibitions.
Major design museum in a former factory, with changing exhibitions on design, technology and contemporary culture.
Creative former industrial quarter with street art, design shops, event spaces and broad walking routes among reused factories.
Central city square lined with terraces and historic facades, often used for events and a handy starting point for exploring.
Large urban park with lakes, lawns and walking paths, ideal for a quieter break from the city centre.
Fries with a rich beef stew topping, a beloved Brabant snack found in snack bars and cafés across Eindhoven.
A sausage roll from North Brabant with seasoned minced meat in flaky pastry, widely associated with the region.
Thick chips served with mayonnaise, peanut satay sauce and chopped onion. A classic Dutch fast-food favourite eaten locally.
Stylish venue in De Bergen serving modern European dishes and good wines in a relaxed, contemporary room.
Popular city-centre restaurant for refined French and Dutch cooking in an elegant yet approachable setting.
Lively food hall in a former industrial space with varied stalls, local drinks and an energetic social atmosphere.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Eindhoven 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 Eindhoven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Eindhoven buses use the Basel, Bahnhof to Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Eindhoven, Stationsweg. Use this guide to compare Basel and Eindhoven 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.
Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Central (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station).
Available at Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station): Elevators, ramps.
Eindhoven, Airport is 6 km from Eindhoven city centre. Public transport options include:
Eindhoven, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Eindhoven, Airport. ATMs are available at Eindhoven, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven, Airport.
Available at Eindhoven, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven, Airport: Bus is wheelchair accessible.
Eindhoven, Stationsweg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Eindhoven (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station hall.
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven, Stationsweg.
Available at Eindhoven, Stationsweg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven, Stationsweg: Elevators, ramps.
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