EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)

Arrivals disembark into a unified terminal building, after which passengers choose either the Swiss or French sector exit based on their final destination.

• Follow overhead signage towards immigration control after exiting the aircraft.
• Pass through border control checks where Schengen passport regulations apply.
• Proceed to the central baggage reclaim area to collect checked luggage.
• Select either the Swiss exit or French exit corridor depending on your onward transport and customs declaration needs.
• Exit into the public arrivals hall where buses, taxis, and car rental outlets are organized by sector.

• Train

  BVB (Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe)

  Bus line 50 connects the Swiss sector directly to Basel SBB railway station with high-frequency service throughout the day.

  Time:

  roughly 15-20 minutes

  Typical cost:

  typically 4-6 CHF

• Bus

  Distribus

  Bus line 11 links the French sector to Saint-Louis railway station for regional rail services into France.

  Time:

  roughly 10-15 minutes

  Typical cost:

  typically 2-4 EUR

• Taxi

  Basel Airport Taxis

  Taxi ranks are positioned immediately outside the arrivals exit on both the Swiss and French sides.

  Time:

  roughly 15-25 minutes

  Typical cost:

  typically 50-70 CHF to central Basel

• Bus

  FlixBus / Regional operators

  Direct coach services operate from the airport to Freiburg im Breisgau in Germany.

  Time:

  roughly 45-60 minutes to Freiburg

  Typical cost:

  typically 10-20 EUR

Connections take place within a single terminal building, but transferring between sectors requires passing through internal customs points.

• Schengen-to-Schengen transfers remain within the secure departures zone without repeating security.
• Transfers involving non-Schengen destinations require border control clearance.
• Passengers switching between Swiss and French sector flights can use designated pedestrian passages inside the terminal.

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout all passenger areas of the terminal.

• Connect your device to the network named EuroAirport.
• Accept the terms of service on the landing portal to gain access.
• Re-authentication may be required after extended periods of inactivity.

Both Swiss Francs (CHF) and Euros (EUR) are accepted across terminal facilities.

• ATMs in the Swiss sector dispense Swiss Francs, while those in the French sector dispense Euros.
• Currency exchange counters are situated in both the departure and arrival halls.
• Major payment cards are universally accepted at shops, ticket machines, and restaurants.

A range of food and drink outlets is available landside and airside in both sectors.

• Bakeries and coffee shops are located in the public arrivals and departures areas.
• Sit-down dining options and bars are situated in the departure hall past security.
• Outlets offer a mixture of Swiss, French, and international food options.

A shared lounge facility is available to eligible airline passengers and walk-in guests.

• The EuroAirport Skyview Lounge is located in the departure area post-security.
• Day passes can be purchased directly at the lounge entrance subject to space.
• Facilities include comfortable seating, complimentary refreshments, Wi-Fi, and work areas.

Several hotel properties are located near the airport boundary and in nearby Saint-Louis and Basel.

• Hotels are situated within a short shuttle or taxi ride in Saint-Louis (France) and Blotzheim.
• Basel city centre provides extensive hotel accommodation reachable within 20 minutes by public bus.
• Select nearby hotels provide complimentary shuttle transfers for guests.

Standard baggage services including reclaim, lost property assistance, and storage are available.

• Baggage reclaim carousels are located centrally prior to the customs exits.
• Lost luggage desks are managed by airline handling agents inside the baggage hall.
• Baggage storage services can be arranged via the airport service desk in the central hall.

The terminal provides basic amenities for passengers travelling with young children.

• Baby changing units are located inside main toilet blocks across both sectors.
• Lifts and ramps provide step-free access across all floor levels for pushchairs.
• Dedicated children's play areas are available in the departure lounge after security.

• Free Wi-Fi
• ATMs (CHF & EUR)
• Currency Exchange
• Car Rental Desks
• Skyview Lounge
• Luggage Storage
• Duty Free Shopping

Local emergency number: 112 (General European Emergency), 117 (Swiss Police), 144 (Swiss Ambulance).

• For urgent medical aid inside the terminal, notify any airport staff member or visit the airport medical station.
• For lost passports, contact border police officers on site or your national embassy in Bern or Paris.
• Police officers patrol both the Swiss and French sectors of the terminal continuously.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• EuroAirport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
• State Secretariat for Migration SEMGovernment source
• Federal Customs and Border Security BAZGGovernment source
• Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe BVBOfficial transit source
• SBB CFF FFS Swiss Federal RailwaysOfficial transit source