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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Basel Central Station | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Basel Central Station | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | ||||
 | Bus | Essen | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | ||||
| Bus | Essen | Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) |
Compare 2 ways to go 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 7 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Basel?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Basel 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 Essen to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Basel start from CHF 36. The average price for this route is around CHF 64. 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 Essen to Basel?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Basel is 18h 15m, covering a distance of 270 miles (436 km). The quickest bus can get 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 2 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 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Basel?
A bus trip from Essen to Basel generates an estimated 10.881675 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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 11919 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Basel?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 Jun 12, 2026 with a price of CHF 46To 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 CHF 46 to CHF 148 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 CHF 58 which is on 2026-06-15.
