Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 10769 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $29
Based on 1910 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $29
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Paris - Basel
What is the distance between Paris and Basel?
The distance separating Paris and Basel is 257 miles (414 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Paris to Basel?
If you're headed to Basel from Paris, chances are that your bus will leave from Orly Airport and arrive at Basel Central Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off 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 BaselCard, Zoo Basel, Ferries, The Rhine – our life line and The border triangle and the Rhine port.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/26
$79
08/27
$42
Today
$35
08/29
$42
08/30
$42
08/31
$33
09/01
$31
09/02
$31
The cheapest trip from Paris to Basel was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of $31
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paris to Basel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $138 for a bus ticket from Paris to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-09-02.
Usually FlixBus 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.
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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 Paris and Basel!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Paris to Basel, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Paris to Basel will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Paris to Basel.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
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!
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Paris to Basel
The cheapest trip from Paris to Basel was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of $31
