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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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 11239 reviews.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Cologne to Basel from R 396 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 25 December
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 26 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 20m	07:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 29m	21:09	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	15h 30m	07:05	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags
	00:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 20m	13:25	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 1m	17:11	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 27 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 35m	12:25	Basel SBB	CheapestFastest
	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	15h 30m	07:05	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags
	00:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 20m	13:25	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 1m	17:11	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	12h 25m	04:00	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 28 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 20m	07:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 29m	21:09	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	15h 30m	07:05	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags
	00:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 20m	13:25	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 1m	17:11	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 29 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 35m	12:25	Basel SBB	CheapestFastest
	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	15h 30m	07:05	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags
	00:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 20m	13:25	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 1m	17:11	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	12h 25m	04:00	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 30 December
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 31 December
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 1 January
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 7:02 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 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

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 460 - R 2 569	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 925 - R 3 139	Average duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 454 - R 957	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Basel?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, 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

3.5/511 733 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 286 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 11239 reviews.
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.
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.
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

23/12

R 1 095

24/12

R 825

Today

R 1 650

26/12

R 990

27/12

R 825

28/12

R 907

29/12

R 825

30/12

R 1 650

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Basel was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 825

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 825 to R 2 970 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 825, which is on 2025-12-27.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.