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Basel to Madrid Bus Schedule
Bus from Basel to Madrid: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Basel to Madrid. Traveling by bus from Basel to Madrid usually takes around 29 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 27 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 746 mi (1201 km) |
| Shortest duration | 27h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $131.14 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Basel to Madrid?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Basel to Madrid. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3 | 1d 5h 50m | $151.62 |
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 3 trips from Basel to Madrid, and usually makes the trip in about 29 hours and 50 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Basel to Madrid
The bus takes an average of 29 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 746 miles from Basel to Madrid. However, the fastest bus only takes 27 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Basel to Madrid, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Basel to Madrid every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Basel to Madrid; ticket prices start at $209.59.
City Information
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 Basel?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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.
All bus stations in Basel:
Basel SBB
Where does the bus arrive in Madrid?
Main arrival station: Madrid Airport (T4)
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Madrid.
All bus stations in Madrid:
Madrid Airport (T4)
Central Bus Station
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