The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Basel
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 55 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 €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 13 buses that leave Milan for Basel on Wed, Dec 31, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 31 the direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Wed, Dec 31 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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 €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 264 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price | €301 Average price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 27m Average total duration 15h 27m 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, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
4743 | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h35 | 7:55 PM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h30 | 9:00 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 | 9:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h45 | 2:30 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 31 | |||||
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 | |
4754 | 4:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h35 | 9:45 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Basel
Buses from Milan to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 264 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
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 €18. 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, which is located around 4.7 miles (7.5 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 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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