4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rotterdam to Basel
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Basel will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 10 buses that leave Rotterdam for Basel every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 534 km distance in an average of 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 45 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rotterdam to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 £29, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 534 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price | £233 Average Price |
11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rotterdam to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Basel coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h45 | 03:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 12h10 | 03:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 10h40 | 04:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4744 | 20:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 10h25 | 06:35 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| FlixBus | 08:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h45 | 21:10 Basel, Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 13h05 | 01:00 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h30 | 01:00 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
| 1657 · 4740 | 14:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h50 | 03:00 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Basel
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Buses from Rotterdam to Basel run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 534 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 534 km |
Average bus duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Rotterdam to BaselYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Basel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Basel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam and Basel
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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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