EuroAirport is not a 24-hour transport hub: according to the airport, Bus 50, Distribus line 11 and the Lörrach line 220 run until midnight, and no dedicated night bus or train is described.
What is available after midnight
| Option | Available? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bus 50 | Runs until midnight (per the airport) | Check the BVB timetable before relying on it |
| Swiss taxi | Check availability | Metered on the Basel-Stadt tariff |
| French taxi | Check availability | Airport lists higher night fares than day fares |
| Private transfer | If pre-booked | Confirm meeting point and flight details at booking |
| Car rental | Desk hours vary | Check hours with the rental desk |
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- Fixed price, no meter
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The last Bus 50
Bus 50 runs from 04:30 to midnight, every 7 to 10 minutes. Check the current BVB timetable for the exact last departure on your date. If your flight is delayed or baggage takes long, you may miss it. If you miss the last bus, your options are a taxi or a pre-booked transfer.
Taxis at night
Swiss taxis are metered on the Basel-Stadt tariff (maximum prices): 6.50 CHF base fare, 4.00 CHF per km on weekdays 06:00-20:00 inside the canton, and 4.50 CHF per km from 20:00 to 06:00, on Sundays and public holidays and for rides outside the canton boundary. Because the airport lies outside the canton, the higher rate applies to much of the run, so the night fare differs little from the day fare. A 2.80 CHF surcharge applies to ordered rides. The airport lists about 50 CHF as an approximate fare between the city centre and the airport.
On the French side the airport lists approximate fares of 60-65 EUR by day and 85-90 EUR at night to Mulhouse central station, 125-135 EUR by day and 170-180 EUR at night to Colmar.
Pre-booked transfers
For late arrivals, a pre-booked transfer gives a fixed price quoted at booking. If flight monitoring is included in your booking, it adjusts for delays; confirm at booking. This is useful for Mulhouse, Freiburg or smaller towns, where public transport at night is not listed by the airport.
Tips for late arrivals
- Check the BVB timetable for Bus 50 on your arrival day.
- Carry some CHF and EUR as a backup payment option.
- Book a transfer if heading beyond Basel, since the airport lists no night services to Mulhouse or Freiburg.
- Plan accommodation for early departures if you need to be at the airport before the first Bus 50 at 04:30.
Sources (checked 2026-10-17)
- EuroAirport transport page (line 50, line 11, Freiburg bus, TER connections, approximate taxi fares, lines run until midnight): https://www.euroairport.com/en/transport
- Basel-Stadt taxi tariff ordinance SG 563.280, maximum prices (version of 13 July 2023): https://bs.lexwork.naz.ch/de/dta/563.280.pdf
When a private transfer from BSL is the right choice
- Landing after the last train or bus: the driver is booked to your flight number and tracks the real arrival time, so a delay does not cancel the pickup.
- Arrivals after midnight: no searching for a rank or a night surcharge; the price you booked is the price you pay.
- Three or more people: one fixed price for the whole car to Basel City Center (from €97) instead of separate tickets and the last mile with bags.
BSL → Basel City Center from €97Fixed price, flight tracked, free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup.
Fixed-price private transfer
BSL Basel City Center
From€97for 2 passengers
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Other destinations
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the last Bus 50 from EuroAirport?
The airport lists Bus 50 as running until midnight. Check the current BVB timetable for your travel date.
Are taxis available at EuroAirport after midnight?
Availability can vary. Swiss taxis are metered on the Basel-Stadt tariff and French-sector taxis have separate night fares; for certainty, pre-book a taxi or transfer.
Can I sleep at EuroAirport overnight?
Do not rely on it. Confirm overnight access and facilities with the airport before your trip.
Is there a night surcharge on Swiss taxis?
The Basel-Stadt tariff charges up to 4.50 CHF per km from 20:00 to 06:00, on Sundays and public holidays and outside the canton, against 4.00 CHF per km on weekdays 06:00-20:00 inside the canton. The airport run already falls largely on the higher rate.