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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | Cologne/Bonn Airport | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:40 AM CEST.
Get from Basel to Cologne
The journey takes about 10 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 26,387, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Basel and Cologne
Stops in Basel
- A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Cologne start from CLP 26,387. The average price for this route is around CLP 51,910. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Basel to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Basel to Cologne is 10h 15m, covering a distance of 375 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Basel to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Cologne at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Cologne?
A bus trip from Basel to Cologne generates an estimated 9.350525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Basel to Cologne?
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 12649 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Basel to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Cologne?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 19, 2026 with a price of CLP 38,965To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 38,965 to CLP 104,513 for a bus ticket from Basel to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 69,169 which is on 2026-08-25.
