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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 17 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Basel every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
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Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 296 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Frankfurt am Main to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Basel coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 01:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h45 | 07:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h05 | 11:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h25 | 12:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h10 | 16:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:50 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h50 | 16:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h55 | 14:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 14:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 5h23 | 20:18 Basel Bad Bhf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h25 | 21:10 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 5h00 | 21:10 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h45 | 23:45 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h25 | 01:45 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h05 | 02:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h45 | 02:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h30 | 06:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Basel run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Frankfurt am Main to BaselYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Basel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Basel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Basel
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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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