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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | Essen | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:03 PM CEST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 12 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Basel and Essen
Stops in Basel
- A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Essen start from PEN 136. The average price for this route is around PEN 244. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Basel to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Basel to Essen is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 435 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Basel to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Essen at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Essen?
A bus trip from Basel to Essen generates an estimated 10.858575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Basel to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12926 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Basel to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Essen was searched and found on Oct 7, 2026 with a price of PEN 155To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 155 to PEN 499 for a bus ticket from Basel to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 277 which is on 2026-10-12.
