The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Basel
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Basel will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 13 buses that leave Milan for Basel on Sat, Feb 14, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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 Milan to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €138.
Distance: 264 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €107 Average price | €399 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 12m Average total duration 22h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Milan to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Basel buses for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4743 | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h35 | 7:55 PM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h50 | 9:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h20 | 9:45 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h40 | 11:20 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
4739 | 6:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h05 | 12:00 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h35 | 12:00 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h45 | 2:30 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h25 | 5:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h05 | 8:15 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 14h15 | 11:25 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h00 | 4:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h25 | 5:55 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Basel
Buses from Milan to Basel run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 264 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Milan to BaselYou can travel by bus between Milan to Basel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Basel
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
- 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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