Basel to Dijon by bus
Dijon lies 194 km (121 mi) west of Basel, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 44 min including stops, over roughly 237 km (147 mi) of road.
| Basel | Dijon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland | France |
| Population | 177,595 | 159,941 |
| Elevation | 279 m (915 ft) | 240 m (787 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Postal codes | 4000–4091 | 21000–21998 CEDEX |
What changes when you arrive in Dijon
Crossing from Switzerland into France: money changes from the Franc to the Euro (EUR); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Where to book buses from Basel to Dijon
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Staying in Dijon
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Common questions
How far is Dijon from Basel?
194 km (121 mi) in a straight line, west of Basel; by road roughly 237 km (147 mi).
How long does it take to get from Basel to Dijon by bus?
About 3 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Basel and Dijon?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Dijon?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.