The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Basel
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Basel will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Marseille to Basel you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus17:0011h45Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles4:45Basel, Bahnhof£501One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus22:0016h35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles14:35Basel, Bahnhof£501One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:3014h05Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles23:35Basel, Bahnhof£551One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus18:5516h45Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles11:40Basel, Bahnhof£681One-way1 change
50470 · 799110:5020h40Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles7:30Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)£701One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:0011h45Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles4:45Basel, Bahnhof£501One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:3014h05Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles23:35Basel, Bahnhof£551One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus22:0016h35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles14:35Basel, Bahnhof£501One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus18:5516h45Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles11:40Basel, Bahnhof£681One-way1 change
50470 · 799110:5020h40Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles7:30Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)£701One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 504 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price | £201 Average Price |
11h 26m Average total duration 10h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Basel coaches for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 11h45 | 4:45 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 16h35 | 14:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h05 | 23:35 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
50470 · 7991 | 10:50 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 20h40 | 7:30 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Marseille to Basel.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Marseille to Basel.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Basel
Buses from Marseille to Basel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 504 km distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 504 km |
Average bus duration 10h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Marseille to BaselYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Basel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Marseille to Basel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Basel
Most Marseille to Basel buses use the Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station pair, with some services arriving at Basel, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Basel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Marseille station do buses to Basel leave from?
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles bus station facilities and services
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station), Bistro Provence (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence from Marseille city centre
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence is 3 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence bus station facilities and services
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering cash withdrawal services.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine from Marseille city centre
Which Basel station do buses from Marseille arrive at?
Getting to Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) from Basel city centre
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) bus station facilities and services
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Swiss (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station), Café Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Basel, Bahnhof from Basel city centre
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