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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Strasbourg to Basel. Traveling by bus from Strasbourg to Basel usually takes around 2 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.
Distance | 70 mi (113 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 40m |
Cheapest price | €8.00 |
Trips per day | 7 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Strasbourg to Basel
See more detailsWhat bus companies travel from Strasbourg to Basel?
There are 3 bus lines from Strasbourg to Basel available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6 | 2h 26m | €14.06 |
Marino | 1 | 1h 55m | €23.25 |
Union Ivkoni | 1 | 2h 15m | €23.67 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 6 trips from Strasbourg to Basel, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 26 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trips per day on the route from Strasbourg to Basel, and the trip usually takes 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 113 kilometers from Strasbourg to Basel. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 02:00 and the last bus leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all buses from Strasbourg to Basel, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Strasbourg
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Located close to the border with Germany, Strasbourg is a city with a rich cultural history and amazing local landmarks. Make sure you do not make an itinerary through France without including Strasbourg! The city is the seat of many international organizations, and it features a unique Franco-German culture that distinguishes it from other French cities. The most popular local attraction is the Cathédrale Notre Dame, a sandstone Gothic cathedral that is remarkably well-preserved. The cathedral also houses an enormous astronomical clock that has been around since the 17th-century. You can also check out the Petite France district as you stroll around the city. The area is known for its quaint streets and timbered homes along a picturesque canal. If you're traveling with little ones, they'll enjoy the small, free zoo at Parc de l'Orangerie.
Strasbourg's unique geographical location features a vibrant food scene with distinctive cuisines. The Alsace region's top specialties include sauerkraut, flammeküche or flams, and baeckeoffe, a beef and pork stew. For a taste of these local dishes, check out the Skaechele, Zehnerglock, and Restaurant Les Chauvins Père & Fils.
Strasbourg is well-connected to French and German rail networks on SNCF and Deutsche Bahn trains. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus buses depart from Strasbourg, and it is also easy to go just across the border into Germany to take a bus departing from Kehl.
Basel
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Basel is bordered by France to the west and Germany to the east, with the river Rhine running directly through the city. This culture-centric destination is known for containing Switzerland's highest concentration of museums. With over 40 museums, roughly one per square kilometer, you're guaranteed to find at least one museum that fits your interests. Of course, it's got classic art museums like the Fine Arts Museum and the Jean Tinguely Museum, but you'll write home about the niche ones like Basel Paper Mill (a museum about paper and printing) and Toys Worlds Museum.
Basel's Old Town area will give you a taste of the city's history, with its cobblestoned streets and medieval churches, as well as several beautiful fountains. In the Marktplatz, or market square, check out the bold red City Hall, as well as even more museums, these ones devoted to Basel's history.
Basel is also home to Switzerland's oldest zoo, founded in 1874. Conveniently located in the heart of Basel, the zoo lets you get up close and personal with animals from the tiniest insects to the grandest elephants. Plus, you can learn more about the zoo's conservation projects.
Basel is well-situated for easy travel to other countries due to its proximity to France and Germany, as well as its transportation options. The world's only tri-national airport, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, is only 4km from Basel. This unique airport is located on both French and Swiss territory but also serves travelers to nearby Freiburg, Germany. Basel also welcomes national and international train routes, and many European bus services stop in the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Strasbourg?
Main departure station: Place de l'Étoile
Strasbourg has two bus stations with service to Basel.
All bus stations in Strasbourg:
Place de l'Étoile
routière de Strasbourg
Where does the bus arrive in Basel?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Basel SBB
The bus station behind Basel SBB is the main transport station in the city. The bus stop is most frequently served by FlixBus, which travels to European cities including Prague, Stuttgart, and Lyon. Although the bus stop itself doesn't have any amenities, Basel SBB (right next door) has plenty of shops, restaurants, cafes, and even a supermarket. You can also find out more about bus schedules at the ticket kiosk, although Flixbus does require you buy your tickets online rather than at the station.
Bus stations in Basel:
Basel SBB
Basel Bhfeingang Gundeldingen
Badischer Schwarzwaldallee
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