Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Basel Bad Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Basel SBB | HBF | No tags | |||||
| EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 811, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular 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 Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - D
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 697. The average price for this route is around R 1 220. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Basel to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Basel to Essen is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 435 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Essen at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Essen?
A bus trip from Basel to Essen produces an estimated 10.856699999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 11877 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 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 11 Jun 2026 with a price of R 620To 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 R 620 to R 2 495 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 R 620, which is on 2026-06-11.
