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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Basel
Cheapest price
€68
Average price
€94
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h 23 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Basel will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
Of the 18 buses that leave Amsterdam for Basel on Sun, Nov 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 569 km distance in an average of 11 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 11 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €96.
Distance: 569 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price Cheapest | €161 Average price | €255 Average price |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Amsterdam to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Basel buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 14h05 | 10:40 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h40 | 11:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 16 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 16h20 | 10:20 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 16h05 | 11:45 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 15h30 | 1:00 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h00 | 11:45 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 14h25 | 1:00 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 13h55 | 1:00 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h30 | 1:00 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 13h15 | 3:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 13h10 | 3:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 13h35 | 4:50 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 13h05 | 4:50 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 4740 | 4:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h00 | 3:00 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 15h20 | 7:20 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 13h15 | 7:20 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 4744 | 7:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h25 | 6:35 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h20 | 7:20 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Basel
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Buses from Amsterdam to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 569 km distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 569 km |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Amsterdam to BaselYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Basel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Basel by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Basel
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
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