Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Basel Bad Station | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Basel SBB | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Basel Bad Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Basel SBB | No tags |
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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 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Basel?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- 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 - F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Train Companies
Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at $64
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Basel 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 Essen to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Basel start from $64. The average price for this train route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Basel?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Basel is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 270 miles (435 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 5m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators service the Essen to Basel route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Basel?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Basel at 9:04am. And the latest train departs at 9:04am.
