The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Basel
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
10 h 46 m
Average duration
10 h 46 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
429 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Basel will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 buses that leave Nice 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 429 km distance in an average of 10 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 46 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 46 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 Nice to Basel
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 429 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price | £165 Average Price |
10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice 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 · FlixBus | 07:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 13h40 | 21:00 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:50 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 13h10 | 21:00 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 12h15 | 23:20 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:35 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h25 | 02:00 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 13h15 | 08:15 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Basel
Buses from Nice to Basel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 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 429 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 429 km |
Average bus duration 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur from Nice to BaselYou can travel by bus between Nice to Basel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nice to Basel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1), which is located around 4.4 miles (7.1 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 Nice and Basel
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal, follow the signs to the taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 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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