The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Rust
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Rust is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rust will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Basel for Rust 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 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
FlixBus17:401h40Basel, Bahnhof19:20Rust, Europa-Park£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:052h00Basel, Bahnhof10:05Rust, Europa-Park£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:401h40Basel, Bahnhof19:20Rust, Europa-Park£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:052h00Basel, Bahnhof10:05Rust, Europa-Park£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basel to Rust
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rust among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 80 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Rust bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rust coaches for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 2h00 | 10:05 Rust, Europa-Park | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 1h40 | 19:20 Rust, Europa-Park | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Rust by coach or train
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Why should you book Basel to Rust coaches with Omio?
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 Mittelbaden Lahr to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Rust.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Basel to Rust.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Rust
Buses from Basel to Rust run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:05, the last at 21:05. The fastest coach covers the 80 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 8:05 |
Last bus 21:05 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Mittelbaden Lahr from Basel to RustYou can travel by bus between Basel to Rust with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Mittelbaden Lahr for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Rust coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Rust 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 Rust, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Rust
Most Basel to Rust buses use the Basel, Bahnhof to station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Rust bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Basel, Bahnhof from Basel city centre
Getting to Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) from Basel city centre
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) bus station facilities and services
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Swiss (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station), Café Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Elevators, ramps.
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