4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Basel
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 47 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
660 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Basel will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 18 buses that leave Vienna for Basel on Thu, Jan 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct buses cover the 660 km distance in an average of 13 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest buses will take 14 h 50 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €135.
Distance: 660 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price Cheapest | €169 Average price | €480 Average price |
12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Basel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Basel buses for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 17h55 | 4:10 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 15h05 | 2:50 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 14h35 | 4:10 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 15h20 | 10:45 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 17h05 | 2:55 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 9:55 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 18h16 | 4:11 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 18h10 | 4:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 10:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 17h41 | 4:11 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 17h50 | 4:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 10:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 17h26 | 4:11 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 1:20 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 14h51 | 4:11 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 15h15 | 4:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 2:00 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 18h09 | 8:09 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 3:35 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 16h34 | 8:09 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 3:35 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 13h00 | 4:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 12h35 | 4:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Basel
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Buses from Vienna to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €47 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 660 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 660 km |
Average bus duration 12h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Vienna to BaselYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Basel with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €47. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and Vienna, Central Train Station. 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 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), which is located around 4.2 miles (6.7 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 Vienna to Basel
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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