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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Schiphol (AMS) Airport | Basel SBB | Cheapest | |||||
| Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Fastest | |||||
 | Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center | Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport | No tags | |||||
| Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk | Basel SBB | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk | Basel Bad Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 059, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and Basel?
Stops in Amsterdam
- AHoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
- C
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands - DStationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
- EAmsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
- FAmsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- BBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - DAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amsterdam to Basel by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Amsterdam to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Amsterdam to Basel start at R 661. The average price for this route is around R 1 222. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Amsterdam to Basel?
The average bus journey time from Amsterdam to Basel is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 574 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Amsterdam to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Amsterdam to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Amsterdam to Basel at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Amsterdam to Basel?
A bus trip from Amsterdam to Basel produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Amsterdam to Basel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Amsterdam to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Amsterdam to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Amsterdam to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Basel was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 677To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 677 to R 2 551 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 677, which is on 2025-12-10.
