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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Metz

Showing times and prices for 02 Mar

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 45 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

202 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Basel to Metz will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Basel for Metz every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 202 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 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.

BlaBlaCar Bus
00:053h40
Basel
03:45Metz
£161One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar Bus
21:004h35
Basel
01:35Metz
£161One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
05:306h00
Basel
11:30Metz
£341One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Basel to Metz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 202 km

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£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£41

Average Price

4h 40m

Average total duration

4h 10m

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Additional time*

3h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 34m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Basel to Metz bus times

The table below shows live departures for Basel to Metz coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 16:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacarbus799021:00 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
4h35
01:35 Metz, Gare routière0 changesdirect
Monday 2 March
blablacarbus00:05 Basel
3h40
03:45 Metz0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus05:30 Basel
6h00
11:30 Metz0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Basel to Metz coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus and more offer coaches services from Basel to Metz.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Basel to Metz.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Metz.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Basel to Metz.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Metz.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Basel to Metz.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Basel to Metz

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Buses from Basel to Metz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 202 km distance in 3h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
202 km
Average bus duration
4h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Basel to MetzYou can travel by bus between Basel to Metz with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£15
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

Marino Autolinee

About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£27
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

Ourbus

About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
£16
Ourbus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£14
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Basel to Metz coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Metz 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 Metz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Basel to Metz can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Basel to Metz is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Basel to Metz is 3h 40m to travel the 202 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Basel to Metz leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Basel to Metz leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Basel to Metz with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Basel to Metz, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe for the best way to get you to Metz. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Basel and Metz and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Basel , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), Basel, Bahnhof, Lörrach, Hauptbahnhof, Mulhouse, Gare Routière, Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg . When arriving in Metz , you can end your route in coach stations like Metz, Gare routière, Metz, Boulevard Poincaré, Metz, L'anphitheatre, Semécourt, Voie Romaine (KFC).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Metz, Gare routière, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Metz from Basel is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Basel to Metz is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Metz including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Basel to Metz:
  • Infobus
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible restrooms.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Basel to Metz for coach company FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Basel to Metz depends on the coach companies:
  • Infobus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
  • 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Basel to Metz.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Basel to Metz:
  • Infobus
    • One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
  • Marino Autolinee
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Basel to Metz:
  • Infobus
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Basel to Metz. The following conditions apply:
  • Infobus
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets may require a separate ticket.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Basel to Metz with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Basel to Metz with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Basel to Metz with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Metz

Basel
Metz
The major coach station for departures in Basel is Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) for your trip from Basel to Metz.
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:30-23:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
  • Italian Bistro (in the station)
  • Café Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available on the concourse.
Public transport options for Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
  • Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
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