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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rotterdam will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Basel for Rotterdam every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 534 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 20 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basel to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £231.
Distance: 534 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price | £328 Average Price |
11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rotterdam coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:55 Basel | 10h20 | 05:15 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:05 Basel | 15h00 | 11:05 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Rotterdam
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Buses from Basel to Rotterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 534 km distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 534 km |
Average bus duration 11h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Basel to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Basel to Rotterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Rotterdam
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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