Find coaches from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on 30 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
Frankfurt - Main bus stationCheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
Frankfurt Main Airport P36Fastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
Frankfurt Main Airport P36No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

Bus
Average priceUS$20 - US$121Average duration5h 55m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$12 - US$36Average duration3h 41m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average priceUS$18 - US$55Average duration3h 10m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 3 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 41mAverage duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Basel to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$31
Average bus trip duration5h 55m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance183 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Basel to Frankfurt am Main Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Basel to Frankfurt am Main from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Frankfurt am Main from Basel, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Frankfurt am Main

  1. How far is Frankfurt am Main from Basel by coach?

    The journey from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by coach covers an approximate distance of 184 miles (297 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Basel to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

    You can reach Frankfurt am Main from Basel by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
27/08
US$34
28/08
US$24
Today
US$35
30/08
US$30
31/08
US$32
01/09
US$21
02/09
US$21
03/09
US$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$86 for a bus ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20, which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Basel and Frankfurt am Main!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Basel to Frankfurt am Main.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Basel by bus?

Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Basel

You can also go to Frankfurt am Main by train

Train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

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