How far is Bologna from Basel?

The distance between the two cities is 278 miles (449 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Bologna to Basel leave from Bologna and arrive at Basel Central Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Basel?

Once in Basel, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Rhine – our life line, Cathedral and Pfalz, Fondation Beyeler, Basel exhibition centre and BaselCard.

Bus Bologna to Basel from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bologna to Basel on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20am	Bologna Autostazione	7h 55m	9:15am	Basel SBB	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	11h 20m	5:30pm	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Bologna Autostazione	9h 25m	6:40pm	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h	10:55pm	Basel SBB	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	10h 5m	6:25am	Basel SBB	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:52 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bologna to Basel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

278 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $123	Average Duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$54 - $54	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Basel?

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

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

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

MarinoBus

4/5896 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.3

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,160 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

CH bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bologna to Basel by bus

How far is Bologna from Basel?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Basel?
What are the best sights and things to do in Basel?

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The cheapest trip from Bologna to Basel was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $64 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-29.