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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salzburg to Basel
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
11 h 40 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salzburg to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Basel will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salzburg for Basel every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 410 km distance in an average of 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 9 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 and coach for Salzburg to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg 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 train which can get you there in 6h 26m. 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 £29, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 410 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Salzburg to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Basel coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h25 | 10:45 Basel, Bahnhof | 1 change | |
| Monday 17 November | |||||
| 04:05 Salzburg | 13h09 | 17:14 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:30 Salzburg | 11h05 | 15:35 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:00 Salzburg | 10h00 | 19:00 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Basel
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Buses from Salzburg to Basel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 410 km distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 410 km |
Average bus duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Albus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh from Salzburg to BaselYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Basel with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Albus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salzburg to Basel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg, Lastenstraße (Hbf), 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Basel
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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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