How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Basel cost?

The bus ticket price from Cologne to Basel starts at R 512. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Basel 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 Cologne to Basel?

The average travel time between Cologne and Basel is around 12h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 379 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Basel?

The number of buses from Cologne to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Basel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Basel?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Basel?

Buses travelling between Cologne and Basel leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Basel Central Station, Basel Badischer Bahnhof, Basel Bahnhofs.

Bus Cologne to Basel from R 444 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 7 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	15h 30m	07:05	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	Cheapest
		15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	12h 25m	04:00	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	Fastest

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 8 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	12h 25m	04:00	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	CheapestFastest
		15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	15h 30m	07:05	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 9 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	15h 30m	07:05	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	Cheapest
		15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	12h 25m	04:00	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:01 PM 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 and with fares starting at just R 616, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

5hAverage duration

378 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 512 - R 3 535	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 974 - R 3 304	Average duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 616 - R 992	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Bus Cologne to Basel: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 988

Average bus trip duration12h 25m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure00:05

Distance390 km

Latest bus departure23:55

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 188 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 088 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Cologne to Basel Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Basel?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Basel

A - Basel Central Station

B - Basel Badischer Bahnhof

C - Basel Bahnhofs

D - Arrêt d'autobus Basel

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Basel

How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Basel cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Basel starts at R 512. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Basel 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 Cologne to Basel?
The average travel time between Cologne and Basel is around 12h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 379 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Basel?
The number of buses from Cologne to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Basel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Basel?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Basel?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Basel leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Basel Central Station, Basel Badischer Bahnhof, Basel Bahnhofs.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03/11

R 807

04/11

R 546

Today

No data

06/11

R 514

07/11

R 1 218

08/11

R 1 125

09/11

R 978

10/11

R 1 325

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Basel was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 514

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 514 to R 1 561 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 514, which is on 2025-11-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Basel!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cologne to Basel, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Basel.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Basel, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

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