The cheapest and fastest buses from Nuremberg to Basel
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
7 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nuremberg to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Basel will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nuremberg for Basel on Sun, Nov 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 332 km distance in an average of 7 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 8 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.
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Compare bus and train for Nuremberg to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 332 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price |
6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Basel buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 8h25 | 2:50 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nuremberg to Basel
Buses from Nuremberg to Basel run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 332 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 332 km |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Nuremberg to BaselYou can travel by bus between Nuremberg to Basel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nuremberg to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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.

When departing from Nuremberg, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Nuremberg and Nürnberg, ZOB. When arriving in Basel, you can end your route in coach stations like Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), Basel, Badischer Bahnhof (Schweiz) and Basel, Bahnhof.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nuremberg, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nuremberg to Basel
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36, 46, 47 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2
- 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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