How to get from London to Basel

International travel from London, United Kingdom to Basel, Switzerland is: Partially open.

Can I enter Switzerland if coming from United Kingdom?

Entry into Switzerland is currently allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of United Kingdom.

Am I required to self-quarantine upon arrival to Basel if travelling from London?

Conditions of entry:

• Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 14 day mandatory self-quarantine
• Negative COVID-19 test is required to end quarantine early. This test occurs on day 4 in quarantine
• Entry is allowed only for fully vaccinated travellers
• Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
• Health declaration required
• Digital entry registration is required prior to arrival

What measures do I need to follow in Basel, Switzerland due to the pandemic?

All travellers in Switzerland must observe the following coronavirus safety measures:

• Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face mask: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 23/10/2021; however, this can change before your date of travel so please make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your journey to Basel from London.

Return travel to London, United Kingdom from Switzerland is: Partially open.

Are there any travel restrictions on reentering United Kingdom from Switzerland?

Entry into United Kingdom is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland.

Are there requirements to self-quarantine on arrival into United Kingdom from Switzerland?

Requirements for reentering United Kingdom:

• Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
• Before travelling, travellers must book and pay for a travel test package, which will include COVID-19 tests to be taken on day 2 and on day 8 of your quarantine
• 10-day mandatory self-quarantine
• Travellers vaccinated under the UK vaccine programme are exempt from mandatory quarantine
• Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival
• Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

What are the requirements for social distancing and wearing face masks in United Kingdom?

All travellers must abide by the following measures in United Kingdom to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the country:

• Social distance: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
• Face masks: Regional advice

The above information about your return travel to London, United Kingdom was last verified on 28/10/2021. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to your planned date of travel to London from Basel.

There are 2 ways to get from London to Basel: flight or coach.

The cheapest way from London to Basel is by taking a coach. You can find average ticket prices around £47 compared to other travel options to Basel:

A coach is about £62 less than a flight, which costs on average £109 for this journey.

The fastest way from London to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 35 min.

Other travel options from London to Basel can usually take longer:

In comparison, getting to Basel by coach can take on average 18 h 30 min.

The London to Basel distance is approximately 438 miles (707 km).

These are the most popular departure and arrival points for travellers from London to Basel:

• Flights most often depart from London at London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Basel at EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
• Coaches most often depart from London at London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Basel at Basel.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with easyJet to go to Basel by plane. For a good deal on tickets, you can find easyJet London to Basel tickets on Omio for £109.
• Travel with Flixbus to go to Basel by coach. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Flixbus London to Basel tickets on Omio for £47.

Before travelling from London to Basel, it’s good to know what ticket you can book and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:

• The price of a plane ticket for this journey is £109 one way on average.
• The price of a coach ticket is £47 one way on average for this route.

But we recommend booking London to Basel tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.