Lugano to Basel by bus
Travelling from Lugano to Basel by bus takes about 3h 40m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is train, at 3h 37m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €33
- Total journey
- 3h 40m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Oct 11 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Lugano to Canton of Basel-Stadt
FlixBus3h 40mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Lugano to Basel
FlixBus runs 7 scheduled departures a day, the first at 17:00 and the last at 22:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7 | 17:00 | 22:55 |
| BlaBlaCar Bus | 5 | 16:35 | 23:10 |
All departuresFlixBus
- 17:00
- 17:15
- 18:15
- 19:15
- 20:55
- 21:55
- 22:55
All departuresBlaBlaCar Bus
- 16:35
- 17:35
- 21:10
- 22:10
- 23:10
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.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Bus operators
- FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
- Timetable
- First bus at 17:00, last at 22:55, 7 a day with FlixBus.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €249Older observation | 4h 10m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €48Reading date not recorded | 3h 40m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€249Older observation4h 10m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€48Reading date not recorded3h 40m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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.
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Oct 11
Lugano to Basel by bus: common questions
How long does Lugano to Basel take by bus?
About 3h 40m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Lugano to Basel?
Omio publishes €33 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Lugano to Basel?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the train better?
The train is faster at 3h 37m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Lugano Basel bus
- Lugano to Basel by bus
- bus ticket Lugano to Basel
- how long is the bus from Lugano to Basel