How to Get from Basel to Munich
Basel to Munich is 304 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 5h 25m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Basel to Munich by price and travel time (route calculated on 7 November 2026).
- First bus at 06:15, last at 19:05
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Basel to Munich. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 25m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 304 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
304 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €73Checked Nov 6 | 9h 35m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €14Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 9 | 5h 25mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Flight€73Checked Nov 69h 35m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€14Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 95h 25m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Basel to Munich: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Canton of Basel-Stadt → Munich centralbus
FlixBus·5h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Basel to Munich
FlixBus publishes departures from 06:15 to 19:05.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 06:15 | 19:05 |
All departures
- 06:15
- 07:15
- 11:30
- 11:55
- 12:30
- 12:55
- 13:55
- 16:40
- 17:05
- 17:40
- 18:05
- 19:05
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. 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.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
How the Trip from Basel to Munich Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 7 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Canton of Basel-Stadt to Munich central, about 5h 25m. In total it's roughly €22 over 5h 25m, direct, no transfers.
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Basel to Munich: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to Munich?
Routavio's route check on 7 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 5h 25m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Basel to Munich?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:15 and the last at 19:05, from Basel SBB, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Basel to Munich leave from?
Basel SBB with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Munich from Basel?
About 304 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to Munich cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €22. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Basel to Munich?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Basel to Munich without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 4h 33m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Munich?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 7 Nov 2026