The cheapest and fastest buses from Nice to Basel
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 17 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
429 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Basel will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 8 buses that leave Nice for Basel on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 429 km distance in an average of 11 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 14 h 15 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 Nice to Basel
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. 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 €40, and a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 429 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€60 Average price Cheapest | €117 Average price | €173 Average price |
10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Basel buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 15h45 | 1:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 16h05 | 4:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 14h15 | 9:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 13h45 | 9:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 12h15 | 11:20 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h15 | 8:15 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nice to Basel by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Nice to Basel buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Lignes d'Azur to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Basel.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Lignes d'Azur to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Basel.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Nice to Basel.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Basel
Buses from Nice to Basel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €39 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 429 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 429 km |
Average bus duration 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur from Nice to BaselYou can travel by bus between Nice to Basel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur for as low as €39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nice to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Nice to Basel
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 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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