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Basel Airport Taxis

Everything you need to know about your Basel Airport taxi

TRAINED DRIVERS

Hand picked & english speaking drivers

LOW PRICES

Same price as a regular Taxi from the line

FLIGHT MONITORING

Drivers are always on time

QUALITY SUPPORT

24/7 Email & Phone support

Best Basel Airport Taxi Service

Nothing starts your trip to Basel better than hopping into a vehicle as soon as you land and heading to your destination. With a Basel Airport taxi, you can avoid waiting for a bus to the city, saving you time and unnecessary stress. 

Metered taxis are available at all hours from the Basel Airport taxi rank, however, you may be offered a fixed rate in some cases. Rides are efficient and door-to-door, taking around 12 minutes to get to Basel city center, 30 minutes to get to Mulhouse, and 50 minutes to get to Freiburg im Breisgau.

TRAINED DRIVERS

Hand picked & english speaking drivers

LOW PRICES

Same price as a regular Taxi from the line

FLIGHT MONITORING

Drivers are always on time

QUALITY SUPPORT

24/7 Email & Phone support

How much does a taxi cost?

Taxi prices Day time
(05:00 - 24:00)
Night time
(00:00 - 05:00)
Duration
FROM BSL TO THE CITY 45 € 45 € 15 MIN
FROM BSL TO COLMAR 110 € 110 € 35 MIN
FROM BSL TO STRASBOURG 300 € 300 € 1 H 30 MIN
FROM BSL TO ZURICH 440 € 440 € 1 H 20 MIN

Basel Airport taxi prices

For most destinations, Basel Airport taxi drivers use a taximeter to calculate your fare. However, when traveling into the city center of Basel, most taxi drivers will give a set fare of around €45.

For longer journeys to other cities, you may be offered a set fare too as it will likely be more cost-effective for you.

However, if your driver uses the taximeter, the official Basel Airport taxis rates are as follows:

Base fare: €6.50

Price per km / day (06:00 to 20:00): €3.80

Price per km / night (20:00 to 06:00): €4.30

If you pass any tolls during your trip, this will be added to your final fare.

Note: The currency used will change depending on which side of the airport you catch your taxi from. If you depart from the French side, your rates will be in Euros. Taxis departing the Swiss side will quote their rates in Swiss Francs (CHF). 

To secure a competitive fixed fare with no hidden fees to any destination of your choice, you can pre-book your Basel Airport taxi with a trusted global provider like Welcome Pickups.

CAR TYPE

Basel Airport Taxi (Sedan)

number of passengers

Up to 3

price to City Center

From €59

CAR TYPE

Basel Airport Taxi (Minivan)

number of passengers

Up to 8

price to City Center

From €100

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Where to get a taxi at Basel Airport?

It’s very easy to find taxis outside the terminal building at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL). There are two official Basel Airport taxi ranks located just outside the French exit and Swiss exit. You can follow the signs for “taxis” from the Arrivals Hall which will lead you to the stand. The taxi stands at Basel Airport are very efficient. You’ll likely only wait for around 10 minutes, however, it could be longer during busy times.

Useful tips for getting a taxi from Basel Airport

  1. All Basel Airport taxis are fitted with taximeters. However, drivers offer fixed rates to the main surrounding cities.
  2. Airport taxi drivers in Basel do not expect tips. If you’d like to tip your driver, you can round up your fare to the nearest euro.
  3. Your Basel Airport taxi fare currency will depend on which side of the airport you depart from and are heading to. However, most drivers accept both euros and Swiss francs.
  4. Wheelchair-accessible taxis are available from Basel Airport. Head to the PRM desk in the Arrivals Hall to ask for assistance ordering an adapted vehicle.
  5. Large taxis from Basel Airport are available, but there are fewer of them. If you are traveling in a group of over 4 passengers, it's best to book a taxi in advance.
  6. Booking a private transfer in advance during rush hour can save you time.
  7. You can pay for your Basel Airport taxi by credit card or cash.
  8. We recommend requesting a receipt for your taxi journey. This will help you locate any lost items or lodge a complaint with the taxi company if you have any issues with your driver.
  9. If your taxi driver uses the meter for your journey, ensure that they reset it before your ride begins.
  10. Most Basel Airport taxi drivers speak fluent English, French, and German. However, you may want to write down the address of your destination to help ease communication.
  11. If you want to pay for your taxi fare in cash, we recommend carrying small change.

Pre-book a taxi from Basel Airport to your hotel

The taxis at Basel Airport are all operated by different taxi companies, so taking a ride from a local cab can offer very varied customer service and experiences. For a 5-star service every time, we recommend pre-booking your Basel Airport taxi in advance with Welcome Pickups. We offer guaranteed on-time pickups, competitive set-rate fares, English-speaking drivers, and 24/7 customer service for your utmost peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi from Basel Airport?

Your Basel Airport taxi cost will depend on your destination. The set fare from Basel Airport to Basel is €45 (CHF 50), whereas a ride to Mulhouse costs €55. If you’d like a fixed fare and a top-quality, premium service, consider pre-booking from a top Basel Airport taxi service like Welcome Pickups.

How much is a taxi from Basel Airport to the city center?

The set taxi fare for a Basel Airport taxi to the city center is €45 (CHF 50).

How do I get a taxi from Basel Airport?

Taxis are available from Basel Airport 24/7. You can find the official taxi ranks outside of the main exits. You can also contact a Basel Airport taxis number such as Taxis Simon (+33 3 89 44 14 60) on the French side and Blitz-Taxi Basel (+41 61 222 22 22) on the Swiss side. Alternatively, you can book your Basel Airport taxi from a professional transfer company Like Welcome Pickups. 

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