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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Basel to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
10 h 3 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basel to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Salzburg will cost around €48 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 Salzburg on Sun, Nov 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 23 the direct buses cover the 410 km distance in an average of 10 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sun, Nov 23 the slowest buses will take 12 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Basel to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Salzburg 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 6h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €41.
Distance: 410 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price |
8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Salzburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Salzburg buses for today, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:40 AM Basel | 9h50 | 4:30 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Basel | 13h35 | 10:25 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:55 AM Basel | 9h35 | 9:30 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Basel | 10h25 | 10:55 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 PM Basel | 11h05 | 4:10 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Salzburg
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Buses from Basel to Salzburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 410 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 410 km |
Average bus duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar from Basel to SalzburgYou can travel by bus between Basel to Salzburg with FlixBus, Ourbus, 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 Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salzburg, Lastenstraße (Hbf), located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Basel to Salzburg
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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