The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
11 h 3 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Salzburg will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Basel to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
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Compare coach and train for Basel to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 410 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price |
8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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 Salzburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Salzburg 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 · FlixBus | 07:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 9h50 | 17:30 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 10h00 | 22:55 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 10h25 | 23:55 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 11h05 | 05:10 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Salzburg
Buses from Basel to Salzburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 410 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 410 km |
Average bus duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar from Basel to SalzburgYou can travel by bus between Basel to Salzburg with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Salzburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, 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 Salzburg, Lastenstraße (Hbf), located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Salzburg
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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