Busbud recommends taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 10751 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $25
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Frankfurt am Main - Basel
What is the distance between Frankfurt am Main and Basel?
The distance between the two cities is 184 miles (297 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?
If you're headed to Basel from Frankfurt am Main, chances are that your bus will depart from Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Basel Central Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
What are the best sights and things to do in Basel?
Once in Basel, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The border triangle and the Rhine port, Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel exhibition centre, Museum Tinguely and Ferries.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/22
$33
08/23
$32
Today
$43
08/25
$26
08/26
$23
08/27
$22
08/28
$42
08/29
$27
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $22
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Basel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $57 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-08-27.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Basel.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Frankfurt am Main to Basel, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Frankfurt am Main to Basel will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Basel, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Basel
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $22
