What is the best way to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from Basel?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport with just $24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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FlixBus5h 10m08:10 AMBaselCentral Station1:20 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 8:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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FlixBus6h 40m01:05 AMBaselCentral Station7:45 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 1:05:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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FlixBus7h 25m010:05 PMBaselCentral Station5:30 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 10:05:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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FlixBus6h 15m02:55 AMBaselCentral Station9:10 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 2:55:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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FlixBus6h 45m011:10 AMBaselCentral Station5:55 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 11:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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FlixBus5h 30m04:50 AMBaselCentral Station10:20 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 4:50:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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FlixBus5h 10m08:10 AMBaselCentral Station1:20 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 8:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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FlixBus7h 25m010:05 PMBaselCentral Station5:30 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 10:05:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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FlixBus6h 35m01:05 AMBaselCentral Station7:40 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 1:05:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
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FlixBus5h 30m04:50 AMBaselCentral Station10:20 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 4:50:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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FlixBus5h 10m08:10 AMBaselCentral Station1:20 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 8:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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FlixBus6h 45m011:10 AMBaselCentral Station5:55 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 11:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m05:21 PMBaselBadischer Train Station8:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 5:21:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m08:21 PMBaselBadischer Train Station11:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 8:21:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m05:21 AMBaselBadischer Train Station8:07 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 5:21:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 45m09:22 AMBaselBadischer Train Station12:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 9:22:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 45m03:22 PMBaselBadischer Train Station6:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 3:22:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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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 45m 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.
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FlixBus5h 10m08:10 AMBaselCentral Station1:20 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 8:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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FlixBus6h 15m02:55 AMBaselCentral Station9:10 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 2:55:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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FlixBus6h 40m01:05 AMBaselCentral Station7:45 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 1:05:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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FlixBus6h 45m011:10 AMBaselCentral Station5:55 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 11:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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FlixBus7h 25m010:05 PMBaselCentral Station5:30 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/5/2025 10:05:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Friday
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FlixBus5h 10m08:10 AMBaselCentral Station1:20 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 8:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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FlixBus5h 30m04:50 AMBaselCentral Station10:20 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 4:50:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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FlixBus6h 35m01:05 AMBaselCentral Station7:40 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 1:05:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
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FlixBus7h 25m010:05 PMBaselCentral Station5:30 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/6/2025 10:05:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 45m09:22 AMBaselBadischer Train Station12:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 9:22:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 45m03:22 PMBaselBadischer Train Station6:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 3:22:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m05:21 PMBaselBadischer Train Station8:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 5:21:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m08:21 PMBaselBadischer Train Station11:07 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 8:21:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m05:21 AMBaselBadischer Train Station8:07 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 5:21:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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FlixBus5h 10m08:10 AMBaselCentral Station1:20 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 8:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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FlixBus5h 30m04:50 AMBaselCentral Station10:20 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 4:50:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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FlixBus6h 45m011:10 AMBaselCentral Station5:55 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 12/10/2025 11:10:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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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 Central Station, Badischer Train Station or Markthalle Bus Station, while in Frankfurt am Main Airport you will be arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport or Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, 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 5 connections between 2 Bus and Train 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 $24 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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Frankfurt am Main Airport in just 2h 45m.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 and Deutsche Bahn, 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 and Deutsche Bahn. 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 5 connections between Bus and Train, 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 176.3 miles.
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 $24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
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 45m 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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