Besançon to Basel bus with BlaBlaCar

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Besançon to Basel

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

2 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 53 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

122 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Besançon to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Besançon to Basel will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Besançon for Basel every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 122 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 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.

FlixBus
14:052h55
Besançon
17:00Basel
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
02:407h00
Besançon
09:40Basel
£121One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
04:207h20
Besançon
11:40Basel
£151One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
19:356h15
Besançon
01:50Basel
£181One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Besançon to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 122 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

2h 44m

Average total duration

2h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Besançon to Basel bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus04:20 Besançon
7h20
11:40 Basel0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus14:05 Besançon
2h55
17:00 Basel0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus19:35 Besançon
6h15
01:50 Basel0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Besançon to Basel

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SwitzerlandSwitzerland
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Buses from Besançon to Basel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 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
122 km
Average bus duration
2h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
2h 55m
First bus
01:25
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: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Besançon to BaselYou can travel by bus between Besançon to Basel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £10. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£10
FlixBus frequency
1 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.

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
4 a day

FAQs: Besançon to Basel coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Besançon to Basel 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 Besançon to Basel.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Besançon to Basel can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Besançon to Basel is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Besançon and Basel is on average 2 h 55 min   for the 75 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Besançon and Basel by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Besançon to Basel leaves at 05: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Besançon to Basel leaves at 20: 35.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Besançon to Basel without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 4 direct coaches from Besançon to Basel each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Besançon to Basel coach with BlaBlaCar or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Besançon and Basel as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Besancon, Gare de la Viotte, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Basel from Besançon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Besançon to Basel is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Besançon and Basel including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Besançon to Basel has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Besançon to Basel.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Besançon to Basel.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Besançon to Basel.
    No, luggage for the coach from Besançon to Basel needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Besançon to Basel.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Besançon to Basel.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Besançon to Basel.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Besançon to Basel.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Besançon and Basel

    Besançon
    Basel
    The major coach station for departures in Besançon is Besançon, Avenue du Maréchal Foch (Gare Viotte). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Besançon, Avenue du Maréchal Foch (Gare Viotte) for your trip from Besançon to Basel.
    Besançon, Avenue du Maréchal Foch (Gare Viotte)
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    Address
    Besançon Rue de la Viotte, Rue de la Viotte 2, 25000
    Besancon, Gare de la Viotte
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    Besançon, Parking Relais Micropolis
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