Board in the evening, wake up in Basel. A city where three countries meet, and the Rhine shapes urban life. Basel impresses with world-class art, a unique carnival, and arguably the most relaxed city experience in Switzerland. A city often underestimated as a transit point — and that's precisely what works to its advantage.

St. Johann Rhine Pool
St. Johanns-Rheinweg 50
4056 Basel, Switzerland

Fondation Beyeler
Baselstrasse 101
4125 Riehen, Switzerland
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Flat bed at the push of a button
Enjoy free high-speed internet
Up to 23 kg, no extra charge
Drinks and snacks for on the go
Freshen up for the night
Twiliner always operates from city center to city center. We use existing bus terminals and always select the most central stop possible, so you arrive directly in the heart of the city without major detours.
A trip with Twiliner is available from 160 Euros per way. The exact price depends on the bus's occupancy and the travel time – booking early secures the best fares. So, planning ahead pays off. We sometimes have special promotions for even cheaper tickets – be sure to check out our Special Deals.
The travel time depends on your departure location. As we pick up passengers from various cities, the exact journey duration varies.
To Basel, we travel from Amsterdam (11 hours), Rotterdam (9 hours), Brussels (7 hours), and Luxembourg (4 hours). You can find all current departure and arrival times directly in our booking tool.
With Twiliner, you travel in your sleep — you save on a hotel stay, avoid airport stress, and arrive refreshed right in the city center. No early mornings, no baggage claim, no transfers. What's more, you travel with up to 91% less CO₂ emissions than by plane — that's equivalent to ten Twiliner trips for the same carbon footprint as a single flight.
Spring and summer are ideal: In February/March, the world-famous Basel Carnival takes place, and in June, Art Basel. Summer is perfect for a swim in the Rhine — the quintessential Basel experience.