Bus Tickets from Rotterdam to Basel

Next departures

Next departures for Rotterdam to Basel on September 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Rotterdam Centraal Station
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)CheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Basel

Bus
Average PriceUS$34 - US$143Average Duration12h 58m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$71 - US$295Average Duration7h 43m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$42 - US$56Average Duration7h 30m
22kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Rotterdam to Basel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 30mAverage Duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rotterdam to Basel: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$67
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 58m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:20am
Distance529 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Rotterdam to Basel Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Rotterdam to Basel.

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Basel from Rotterdam, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rotterdam - Basel

  1. What is the distance between Rotterdam and Basel?

    The distance between Rotterdam and Basel is around 535 km (332 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rotterdam to Basel?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Busstation Rotterdam Centraal, in Rotterdam, and end it at Basel Central Station, in Basel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-28
US$66
08-29
US$63
Today
US$60
08-31
US$72
09-01
US$52
09-02
US$33
09-03
US$32
09-04
US$32
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Basel was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$32

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

You can expect to pay from US$32 to US$118 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$32 which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Rotterdam to Basel but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Basel.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rotterdam to Basel while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

Will you be returning to Rotterdam by bus?

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