- Must visit
Mudam
Leading contemporary art museum in a striking modern building, showing changing international exhibitions.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Luxembourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Luxembourg will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 8 buses that leave Basel for Luxembourg every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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 coach as it is the most popular option from Basel to Luxembourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 252 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Luxembourg coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 22:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h25 | 4:15 Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
FlixBus | 0:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h05 | 5:30 Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 4h40 | 5:10 Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon | 0 changesdirect | |
4739 | 1:05 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 4h45 | 5:50 Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h50 | 7:55 Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 7h00 | 17:40 Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon | 0 changesdirect | |
4743 | 21:00 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 5h00 | 2:00 Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Basel to Luxembourg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Luxembourg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luxembourg trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in a striking modern building, showing changing international exhibitions.
Archaeology, decorative arts and local heritage collections displayed in a central old-town museum.
City history museum with exhibits, models and a glass lift linking several levels of the old town.
Cliffside terrace viewpoint with classic vistas over the Grund, valley and historic buildings below.
Lively riverside quarter with narrow lanes, old houses, quiet corners and easy access to scenic walks.
Main old-town square framed by cafés, city landmarks and seasonal events, ideal for people-watching and photos.
Smoked pork collar served with broad beans and potatoes. A classic hearty Luxembourg meal tied to rural cooking and local produce.
Small potato fritters, often served with apple sauce. They are a beloved fairground and winter market snack in Luxembourg.
Luxembourg-style sausage, typically smoked or lightly cured and served with mustard, bread or potato dishes. A staple of local brasseries.
Refined restaurant for seasonal French cooking and polished service in a formal, classic dining room.
Traditional Luxembourg brasserie known for local specialities, beer and a warm old-town atmosphere near the city centre.
Popular modern brasserie and wine bar with local and European plates, suited to a relaxed meal in the old town.
Very high accommodation and dining costs versus nearby countries, though nationwide public transport is free, which lowers day-to-day travel spend.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change for cafés is appreciated.
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P+R Bouillon -> Luxembourg, Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Luxembourg buses use the Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon station pair, with some services arriving at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale. Use this guide to compare Basel and Luxembourg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon is 2 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bouillon (in the station), Quick Bouillon (in the station), Snack Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon.
Available at Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon: Elevators, ramps.
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