Bus from Cologne to Basel: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 25 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - AirportCheapest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      		Cologne/Bonn Airport
      		Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)Fastest

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:23 AM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Basel

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 454, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      5h 20mAverage duration
      378 kmDistance
      16kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 460 - R 2 569Average duration12h 25m
      9kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceR 926 - R 3 139Average duration4h 9m
      9kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceR 454 - R 957Average duration5h 20m
      16kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Basel by bus

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Basel?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Basel start at R 460. The average price for this route is around R 996. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Basel?

        The average bus journey time from Cologne to Basel is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 367 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Basel route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Basel?

        The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Basel at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Basel?

        A bus trip from Cologne to Basel produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What is the best bus company from Cologne 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 11248 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Basel?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne 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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne 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.

      Best price found
      22/12
      R 1 267
      23/12
      R 1 095
      Today
      R 1 755
      25/12
      R 1 652
      26/12
      R 764
      27/12
      R 825
      28/12
      R 909
      29/12
      R 826
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Basel was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 764

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

      You can expect to pay from R 764 to R 2 044 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 764, which is on 2025-12-26.

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