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What is the best way to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Cars for the journey to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 30m
£19
£30
6
Train
2h 43m
£15
£23
176
Car
3h 0m
£20
£21
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £19
tomorrow
Friday
from £26
Saturday
from £15
Sunday
from £20
Monday
Tuesday

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    14:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    16:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    20:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 30m
    0
    17:15
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    20:45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 38m
    0
    18:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    21:59
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    14:35
    Basel
    Central Station
    23:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    18:35
    Basel
    Central Station
    03:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    09:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    22:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    05:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 58m
    0
    05:08
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    09:06
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 37m
    0
    14:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    17:58
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    14:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 13m
    0
    15:14
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:27
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    22:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    05:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    20:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    05:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    22:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    05:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • Cheapest Cars Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    14:00
    Basel
    17:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £20
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    15:10
    Basel
    18:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £20
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    10:20
    Basel
    13:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £21
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    13:20
    Basel
    16:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 7m
    0
    20:28
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    06:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 46m
    0
    05:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    08:07
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 25m
    0
    20:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    23:46
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 43m
    0
    15:52
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30

What are the fastest trips from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel in just 2h 43m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 30m
tomorrow
Friday
from 6h 10m
Saturday
from 3h 13m
Sunday
from 2h 43m
Monday
Tuesday

    Fastest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 30m
    0
    17:15
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    20:45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 38m
    0
    18:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    21:59
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    14:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    16:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    20:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    09:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    22:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    05:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    14:35
    Basel
    Central Station
    23:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 13m
    0
    15:14
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:27
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 37m
    0
    14:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    17:58
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 58m
    0
    05:08
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    09:06
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 59m
    0
    14:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    22:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    05:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 43m
    0
    15:52
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    18:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 46m
    0
    05:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    08:07
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 25m
    0
    20:21
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    23:46
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 7m
    0
    20:28
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    06:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Fastest Cars Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    14:00
    Basel
    17:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £20
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    15:10
    Basel
    18:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £20
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 0m
    0
    10:20
    Basel
    13:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £21
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    13:20
    Basel
    16:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    22:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    05:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport

What are the most popular stations in Basel and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

In Basel, you will usually depart from Badischer Train Station, Central Station or Markthalle Bus Station, while in Frankfurt am Main Airport you will be arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station or Frankfurt am Main Airport, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel? With 8 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Basel and Frankfurt am Main Airport, you can pay as low as £15 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Frankfurt am Main Airport in just 2h 43m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Basel and Frankfurt am Main Airport are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Basel and Frankfurt am Main Airport is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Birsfelden or to Kelsterbach, and look at flights from Basel Mulhouse Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

The most popular companies between Basel and Frankfurt am Main Airport, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport

How can I reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus, Train and Car, with which you can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel.

How far is Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel?

The distance between Basel and Frankfurt am Main Airport is 283.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Basel and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 48 kgs, and a flight 70 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport in just 2h 43m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Basel and to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Basel and to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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