4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Saarbrücken
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Saarbrücken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Saarbrücken will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 9 buses that leave Basel for Saarbrücken every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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 Saarbrücken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Saarbrücken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 192 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Saarbrücken bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Saarbrücken coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 09:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h00 | 14:40 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 4h40 | 01:45 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 3h20 | 02:50 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| FlixBus | 02:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 3h40 | 06:15 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Saarbrücken
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Buses from Basel to Saarbrücken run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Basel to SaarbrückenYou can travel by bus between Basel to Saarbrücken with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Saarbrücken coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Saarbrücken
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
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