How much does a train ticket cost from Basel to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Essen start from €72. The average price for this train route is around €72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Basel to Essen?

The average train journey time from Basel to Essen is 12h 4m, covering a distance of 435 km. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 4m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Basel to Essen route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Basel to Essen departs at 08:44. And the latest train departs at 08:44.

Train Basel to Essen from €72 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Basel to Essen on 27 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:09	Basel Bad Station	14h 41m	21:50	HBF	No tags
	Train	08:44	Basel Bad Station	12h 4m	20:48	HBF	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

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 €72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 4mAverage duration

435 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€32 - €105	Average duration17h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€72 - €72	Average duration12h 4m	CO₂ emissions 10kg 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 Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Essen

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

FlixTrain

3/525 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at €72

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Essen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Basel to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Essen start from €72. The average price for this train route is around €72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Essen?
The average train journey time from Basel to Essen is 12h 4m, covering a distance of 435 km. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 4m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Essen?
The earliest train from Basel to Essen departs at 08:44. And the latest train departs at 08:44.