How much is the train ticket from Basel to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Essen start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Basel to Essen?

The average train trip from Basel to Essen takes 14h 41m and covers 435 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 31m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which train operators serve the Basel to Essen route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Essen?

The earliest train from Basel to Essen departs at 7:09am. The latest train departs at 7:09am.

What is the best train operator from Basel to Essen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Essen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Basel to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Train Basel to Essen from $73 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Basel to Essen on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:05pm	Basel SBB	11h 48m	9:53am	HBF	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:50am	Basel SBB	11h 58m	4:48pm	HBF	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	16h 30m	5:00am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

436 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $297	Average Duration14h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $73	Average Duration14h 41m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$60 - $100	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Essen?

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train companies

FlixTrain

3/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,631 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Essen by train

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 train ticket from Basel to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Essen start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Essen?
The average train trip from Basel to Essen takes 14h 41m and covers 435 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 31m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Essen?
The earliest train from Basel to Essen departs at 7:09am. The latest train departs at 7:09am.
What is the best train operator from Basel to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Basel to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.