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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 10 buses that leave Basel for Frankfurt am Main every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 296 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Frankfurt am Main coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 03:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h30 | 09:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 03:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h55 | 09:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Basel, Bahnhof | 6h45 | 16:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Basel, Bahnhof | 7h05 | 17:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h05 | 21:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
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Buses from Basel to Frankfurt am Main run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Basel to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Basel to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Frankfurt am Main
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- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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