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

The bus ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Basel starts at R 381. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

The average travel time between Frankfurt am Main and Basel is around 5h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 297 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Frankfurt am Main to Basel 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 Frankfurt am Main to Basel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

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

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

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

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Basel from R 318 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Basel on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 45m	08:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 45m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 40m	11:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	15:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	5h 23m	21:18	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	6h 45m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Basel on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:20	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 25m	02:45	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 45m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	6h 45m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	15:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	5h 23m	21:18	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 45m	08:35	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Basel on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 45m	08:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 45m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 40m	11:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	15:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	5h 23m	21:18	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	6h 45m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Basel on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:15	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 25m	13:40	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 45m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
	02:50	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 40m	11:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 59m	19:14	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	6h 45m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Basel on 26 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:15	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 25m	13:40	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 45m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	6h 45m	17:15	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 59m	19:14	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	7h 10m	17:40	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Basel on 27 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:15	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 25m	13:40	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 45m	00:45	Basel SBB	Fastest
	11:00	Frankfurt Hbf	7h	18:00	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	15:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	5h 23m	21:18	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	11:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 55m	15:55	Basel SBB	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:47 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 224, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 37mAverage duration

293 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 381 - R 1 963	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 224 - R 859	Average duration3h 37m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 284 - R 727	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

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

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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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 143 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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

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

How much does a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel cost?
The bus ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Basel starts at R 381. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
The average travel time between Frankfurt am Main and Basel is around 5h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 297 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Frankfurt am Main and Basel?
The number of buses from Frankfurt am Main to Basel 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 Frankfurt am Main to Basel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
When taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
Buses travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Basel leave from Frankfurt 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

19/11

R 667

20/11

R 417

Today

R 458

22/11

R 417

23/11

R 458

24/11

R 365

25/11

R 327

26/11

R 345

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of R 327

To 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 R 327 to R 1 271 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 R 327, which is on 2025-11-25.