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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lugano to Basel
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lugano to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Basel will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lugano for Basel every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 202 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lugano to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 202 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £263 Average Price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 52m Average total duration 15h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lugano to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Basel coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4743 | 15:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 4h45 | 20:20 Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Basel
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Buses from Lugano to Basel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 202 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 202 km |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio, Bartolini Turismo, FlixBus from Lugano to BaselYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Basel with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio, Bartolini Turismo, FlixBus for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lugano to Basel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano 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.
When departing from Lugano, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lugano, Via Ciani and Lugano, Stazione Bus/ Via Romeo Manzoni. When arriving in Basel, you can end your route in coach stations like Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and Basel Bad Bf.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lugano, Via Ciani, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Basel
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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