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Media Releases
BVB informs the public quickly and transparently. All media releases can be found in our archive (German version only). Media Releases (in German) Archive (in German)
Passengers with reduced mobility
At the bus or tram stop, please signal to our driver that you wish to be transported by hand. It is best to stand directly by the first door. This way, our driver can see directly that you need help. We will be happy to help you get on and
Information material
The brochure “Electrification of the BVB bus fleet by 2027” (in German) provides an overview of the bus system 2027. Detailed information can be found in the factsheets (in German): Factsheet “Pollutants and environmental impact of the e-bus fleet” Factsheet “Noise emissions” Factsheet “Raw materials in batteries and electric motors”
FAQ on the bus system 2027
BVB is planning to modernise its entire bus fleet by 2027 and switch completely to battery-electric buses (e-buses). In doing so, it is implementing the legal requirement that all public transport in Basel-Stadt must be powered by 100 per cent renewable energy from 2027. In addition to the procurement of
New construction of the Rank garage
The current Rank garage needs to be completely rebuilt as part of the switch to e-buses. It no longer meets current requirements, is too small and cannot be equipped with the necessary charging infrastructure. According to current plans, the existing Rank garage will be demolished from June 2024, with construction
Bus system 2027
BVB plans to convert its entire bus fleet to battery-electric buses (e-buses) by 2027, making the fleet more environmentally friendly and quieter than today’s buses. In this way, we are implementing the legal requirement that all public transport in the canton of Basel-Stadt must run on 100 percent renewable energy
Ticket control
Traveling without a valid ticket is unfair. For this reason, BVB employees are on the road around the clock to check the tickets of our passengers. If you travel without a valid ticket, you pay a corresponding surcharge. You will find an overview of fees and surcharges in the general
Environmental sustainability
BVB is particularly committed to ecological sustainability. This affects the entire company: the operation, the transportation of passengers, the maintenance of trams and buses, the creation and management of the route network as well as the work and decisions that influence it. In this way, BVB can ensure a future-oriented,
Visitor’s parking ticket
The visitor’s parking ticket entitles you to park in the blue zones in Basel and Riehen. You can choose between a half-day parking ticket (08 am to 1 pm or 12 pm to 7 pm) and a one-day parking ticket (8 am to 7 pm). The price of the half-day