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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Basel SBB | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Basel Bad Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Essen | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Basel SBB | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Basel SBB | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just ₪192, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Basel?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CEssen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - CAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Basel
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Basel?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Basel start from ₪117. The average price for this route is around ₪192. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Basel?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Basel is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 435 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Basel at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Basel?
A bus journey from Essen to Basel produces an estimated 10.871575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Essen to Basel?
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 11630 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Basel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Basel?
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 Essen to Basel?
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 Essen to Basel was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of ₪108To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₪108 to ₪513 for a bus ticket from Essen to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪108, which is on 2026-04-21.
