The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Basel
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Basel will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bologna for Basel on Wed, Nov 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 448 km distance in an average of 9 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. 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 €24, and a flight costs an average of €84.
Distance: 448 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€43 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price | €206 Average price |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Basel buses for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h00 | 9:55 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h35 | 5:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 7h55 | 8:15 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 11h20 | 4:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Basel
Buses from Bologna to Basel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 448 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 448 km |
Average bus duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Bologna to BaselYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Basel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Bologna to Basel
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
- 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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