4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Basel to Cologne
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basel to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Cologne will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 5 buses that leave Basel for Cologne on Wed, May 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct buses cover the 378 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest buses will take 13 h 20 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.
FlixBus8:05 AM8h15Basel, Bahnhof4:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€371One-way0 transfers- FlixBus1:05 AM7h20Basel, Bahnhof8:25 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€391One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:40 PM8h05Basel, Bahnhof6:45 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:40 PM9h15Basel, Bahnhof2:55 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€441One-way1 transfer
4739 · 521191:05 AM13h20Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)2:25 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€631One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus1:05 AM7h20Basel, Bahnhof8:25 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€391One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:40 PM8h05Basel, Bahnhof6:45 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:05 AM8h15Basel, Bahnhof4:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€371One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:40 PM9h15Basel, Bahnhof2:55 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€441One-way1 transfer
- 4739 · 521191:05 AM13h20Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)2:25 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €364.
Distance: 378 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price | €561 Average price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 14m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Cologne buses for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM Basel | 9h50 | 9:20 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:40 PM Basel | 9h15 | 1:55 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 PM Basel | 8h05 | 5:10 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 7h20 | 8:25 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4739 · 52119 | 1:05 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 13h20 | 2:25 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Cologne
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Buses from Basel to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 378 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 378 km |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Basel to CologneYou can travel by bus between Basel to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Basel to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Basel to Cologne
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
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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