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What is the best way to travel from Basel to Salzburg?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights to Salzburg from Basel. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 55m
£29
£38
5
Train
6h 45m
£48
£59
44
Flight
5h 10m
£160
£252
17

What is the cheapest way to reach Salzburg from Basel?

You can reach Salzburg with just £29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £30
Saturday
from £33
Sunday
from £31
Monday
from £29
Tuesday
from £30
Wednesday
from £38
Thursday
from £29

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    00:55
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    11:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    01:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:35
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    00:55
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 59m
    0
    18:49
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    08:48
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £57
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 21m
    0
    15:49
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    23:10
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £70
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 6m
    0
    13:49
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    21:55
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £92

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:00
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    00:55
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    10:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    00:55
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 45m
    0
    12:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:58
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 39m
    0
    19:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    07:52
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 45m
    0
    07:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    14:58
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £53
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 45m
    0
    10:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    16:58
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £53

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    14h 20m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    01:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:00
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    16h 15m
    0
    23:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    15:40
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £78

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:00
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    01:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 40m
    0
    18:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:53
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 40m
    0
    17:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:53
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £55
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 37m
    0
    14:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    22:50
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £65
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 10m
    0
    06:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    11:45
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £160
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 45m
    0
    10:50
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    16:35
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £179
  • British Airways
    14h 5m
    0
    19:45
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    09:50
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £189
  • Air Dolomiti
    8h 10m
    0
    14:20
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:30
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from £343

What are the fastest trips from Basel to Salzburg?

You can get to Salzburg from Basel in just 5h 10m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 10h 25m
Saturday
from 7h 21m
Sunday
from 10h 25m
Monday
from 9h 50m
Tuesday
from 6h 45m
Wednesday
from 11h 20m
Thursday
from 5h 10m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    00:55
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    11:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    01:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 21m
    0
    15:49
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    23:10
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £70
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 6m
    0
    13:49
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    21:55
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £92
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 59m
    0
    18:49
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    08:48
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £57
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    17:35
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    00:55
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £50

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    00:55
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:00
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    11:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    01:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 45m
    0
    12:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:58
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 45m
    0
    10:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    16:58
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £53
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 29m
    0
    14:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    21:42
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 45m
    0
    07:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    14:58
    Salzburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £53
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:00
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    14h 20m
    0
    11:10
    Basel
    Central Station
    01:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    16h 15m
    0
    23:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    15:40
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £78

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 10m
    0
    06:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    11:45
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £160
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 45m
    0
    10:50
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    16:35
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £179
  • Air Dolomiti
    8h 10m
    0
    14:20
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:30
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from £343
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    11h 0m
    0
    11:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:30
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from £387
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 37m
    0
    14:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    22:50
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £65
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 40m
    0
    18:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:53
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 40m
    0
    17:13
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:53
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £55
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    14:30
    Basel
    Central Station
    01:30
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    19:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:00
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    18:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    06:10
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Basel to Salzburg

What are the most popular stations in Basel and Salzburg?

In Basel, you will usually depart from Badischer Train Station, Central Station or Markthalle Bus Station, while in Salzburg you will be arriving at Lastenstrasse, Central Station or P+R South, 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 Salzburg from Basel? With 6 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Flight 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 Salzburg, you can pay as low as £29 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Salzburg in just 5h 10m.

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 Salzburg are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and EasyJet Airline, 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg Airport, and look at flights from Basel Mulhouse Airport, and landing at Salzburg Airport. 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 Salzburg?

The most popular companies between Basel and Salzburg, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo, British Airways and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Basel to Salzburg

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Basel to Salzburg. 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 Salzburg

How can I reach Salzburg from Basel?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Salzburg from Basel.

How far is Salzburg from Basel?

The distance between Basel and Salzburg is 409.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Basel and Salzburg?

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 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 70 kgs, and a flight 101 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Basel to Salzburg?

You can get to Salzburg with just £29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Salzburg?

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 Salzburg in just 5h 10m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Basel and to Salzburg

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

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