How much does a bus ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The bus ticket price from Basel to Frankfurt am Main starts at R 387. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?

The average travel time between Basel and Frankfurt am Main is around 5h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 297 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Basel and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of buses from Basel to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?

Buses travelling between Basel and Frankfurt am Main leave from Basel Central Station or Basel Badischer Bahnhof and arrive at Frankfurt Airport, Hbf, Südbahnhof.

Bus Basel to Frankfurt am Main from R 328 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		22:05	Basel SBB	7h 25m	05:30	FRA Frankfurt airport	CheapestFastest
		23:40	Basel SBB	10h 5m	09:45	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:35	Basel SBB	5h 45m	00:20	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	01:05	Basel SBB	4h 55m	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	02:55	Basel SBB	5h 5m	08:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	6h 46m	13:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	03:05	Basel SBB	5h 40m	08:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	01:05	Basel SBB	4h 55m	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	02:55	Basel SBB	5h 5m	08:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	6h 46m	13:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	03:05	Basel SBB	5h 40m	08:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	04:50	Basel SBB	5h 55m	10:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:55	Basel SBB	5h 5m	08:00	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	01:05	Basel SBB	4h 55m	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	03:05	Basel SBB	5h 40m	08:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	6h 46m	13:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	04:50	Basel SBB	5h 55m	10:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:30	Basel SBB	5h 30m	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	01:05	Basel SBB	4h 55m	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	02:55	Basel SBB	5h 5m	08:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	6h 46m	13:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	03:05	Basel SBB	5h 40m	08:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 25 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	01:05	Basel SBB	4h 55m	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	02:55	Basel SBB	5h 5m	08:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:27	Basel Bad Station	6h 58m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	04:50	Basel SBB	5h 55m	10:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	11:10	Basel SBB	7h 5m	18:15	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 26 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:50	Basel SBB	5h 55m	10:45	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
02:55	Basel SBB	5h 5m	08:00	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
11:10	Basel SBB	7h 5m	18:15	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
14:30	Basel SBB	5h 30m	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
17:40	Basel SBB	5h 5m	22:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 27 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	01:05	Basel SBB	4h 55m	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	02:55	Basel SBB	5h 5m	08:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:27	Basel Bad Station	6h 58m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	03:05	Basel SBB	5h 40m	08:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	08:10	Basel SBB	5h 35m	13:45	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 3 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just R 233, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 41mAverage duration

293 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 387 - R 2 263	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 233 - R 861	Average duration3h 41m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 312 - R 816	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 384 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 143 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Basel and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
D
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main cost?
The bus ticket price from Basel to Frankfurt am Main starts at R 387. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The average travel time between Basel and Frankfurt am Main is around 5h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 297 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Basel and Frankfurt am Main?
The number of buses from Basel to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
When taking the bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
Buses travelling between Basel and Frankfurt am Main leave from Basel Central Station or Basel Badischer Bahnhof and arrive at Frankfurt Airport, Hbf, Südbahnhof.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/11

R 626

19/11

R 645

Today

R 405

21/11

R 457

22/11

R 436

23/11

R 457

24/11

R 363

25/11

R 353

The cheapest trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of R 353

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 353 to R 1 644 for a bus ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 353, which is on 2025-11-25.