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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Salzburg

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

10 h

Average duration

10 h 47 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

410 km

Cheap tickets

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 £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.

Fast coaches

To travel from Basel to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
14:3011h00
Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
01:30Salzburg, P+R Süd
£431One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
08:4011h20
Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
20:00Salzburg, P+R Süd
£481One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
13:5510h00
Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
23:55Salzburg, P+R Süd
£501One-way
1 change

Travel Information

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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Most popular
Train

£44

Average Price

Cheapest

£94

Average Price

8h 10m

Average total duration

7h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Basel to Salzburg bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus07:40 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
11h20
19:00 Salzburg, P+R Süd1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:55 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
10h00
22:55 Salzburg, P+R Süd1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:30 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
11h00
00:30 Salzburg, P+R Süd1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Basel to Salzburg

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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.
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
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
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, 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

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
9h 35m
Cheapest Price
£30
FlixBus frequency
4 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.

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
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£23
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

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
1 a day

FAQs: Basel to Salzburg coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Basel to Salzburg with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Salzburg.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Basel to Salzburg can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Basel to Salzburg is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Basel to Salzburg coach travel time is 8 h 15 min   for the 254 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Basel to Salzburg leaves at 03: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Basel to Salzburg leaves at 22: 40.
There are 5 coaches a day from Basel to Salzburg which require at least one change with FlixBus, Ourbus or BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Basel to Salzburg, you can count on FlixBus, Ourbus or BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Salzburg. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Basel to Salzburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

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.

The cheapest month to travel from Basel to Salzburg by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel from Basel to Salzburg 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Basel to Salzburg has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Basel to Salzburg.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Basel to Salzburg.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Basel to Salzburg.
    No, luggage for the coach from Basel to Salzburg needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Basel to Salzburg.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Basel to Salzburg.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Basel to Salzburg.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Basel to Salzburg.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Salzburg

    Basel
    Salzburg
    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 Salzburg.
    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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