How to get from Como to Basel
- 225 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 4h 25m
- 4 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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At a glance
Fastest
4h 25m
direct
Bus
€19
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 3 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Como to Basel. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 25m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 225 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
225 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €245Checked Oct 1 | 2h 45m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €19Reading date not recorded | 4h 25mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€245Checked Oct 12h 45m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€19Reading date not recorded4h 25m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Como to Basel: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Como → Canton of Basel-Stadtbus
FlixBus·4h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Como to Basel
FlixBus runs 4 scheduled departures a day, the first at 16:05 and the last at 18:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 4 | 16:05 | 18:30 |
All departures
- 16:05
- 16:30
- 17:30
- 18:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Train· 3h 35m€111Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Oct 5
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusComo-Canton of Basel-Stadt, Zurich Airport-EuroAirport Basel-MulhouseBook →
SwissGeneva Airport-Zurich AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Swiss; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Como to Basel works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Como to Canton of Basel-Stadt, about 4h 25m. In total it's roughly €19 over 4h 25m, direct, no transfers.
Como to Basel: common questions
How long does it take to get from Como to Basel?
The most useful route takes about 4h 25m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Como to Basel?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 16:05 and the last at 18:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Como to Basel?
4 a day with FlixBus, between 16:05 and 18:30.
How far is Basel from Como?
About 225 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Como to Basel cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €19. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Como to Basel?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Swiss.
Can you get from Como to Basel without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 35m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Como to Basel?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 3 Oct 2026