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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Frankfurt Hbf | Basel SBB | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Frankfurt Hbf | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | FRA Frankfurt airport | Basel Bad Station | No tags | |||||
| Frankfurt Hbf | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | |||||
| Frankfurt Hbf | Basel SBB | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just €12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Basel?
Stops in Frankfurt am Main
- A
Frankfurt Airport
- B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - CHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - CAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
The cheapest coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Basel start from €19. The average price for this route is around €26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Basel is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 296 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Basel at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
A bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Basel produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel was searched and found on 3 Feb 2026 with a price of €16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €16 to €84 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €16, which is on 2026-02-03.