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Cité de l'espace
Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
16 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
18 h 25 m
Buses on 23 Sept
3
Distance
648 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Toulouse will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Basel to Toulouse you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £87, while a flight costs an average of £382.
Distance: 648 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price Cheapest | £382 Average Price | £132 Average Price | £240 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 56m Average total duration 15h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Toulouse:
A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Toulouse costing on average £132.
A coach is £295 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Toulouse costing on average £382.
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 1m.
Coach takes on average 15h 26m.
Tickets start at around £87 compared to roughly £240 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £153. The journey takes 15h 26m versus 9h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Toulouse coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 Basel, Bahnhof | 17h05 | 22:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 21h55 | 9:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 16h15 | 9:55 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Basel to Toulouse run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 648 km distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 648 km |
Average bus duration 15h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 30m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
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Main central square framed by brick facades and arcades. It is the city's social hub for architecture, events and easy access to nearby streets.
Long canal-side promenade lined with plane trees. Ideal for walking, cycling and seeing a calmer side of Toulouse close to the centre.
Broad landscaped garden with lawns, statues and formal paths beside the museum district. A pleasant break for strolling and people-watching.
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Elegant dining room serving refined south-west French cuisine with seasonal ingredients near the Capitole.
Moderate for France: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and café prices stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Official public transport app
Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) -> Capitole, Toulouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Toulouse buses use the Basel, Bahnhof to Toulouse, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Toulouse, Airport. Use this guide to compare Basel and Toulouse bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Basel, Bahnhof is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Basel, Bahnhof. ATMs are aTMs available in the station concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Basel, Bahnhof.
Available at Basel, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Bahnhof: Station is accessible to those with reduced mobility.
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Swiss (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station), Café Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
Available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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