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

The average train ticket price from Basel to Essen is $52. The best way to find train tickets from Basel to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Basel to Essen?

A train trip between Basel and Essen is around 14h 41m, although the fastest train will take about 14h 41m. This is the time it takes to travel the 270 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Basel and Essen?

The number of trains from Basel to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Basel to Essen?

When taking the train from Basel to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixTrain, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Essen?

Trains traveling between Basel and Essen leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.

Train Basel to Essen from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Basel to Essen on October 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		10:05pm	Basel Central Station	10h 57m	9:02am	HBF	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		9:27am	Basel Bad Station	12h 43m	10:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Essen.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $167	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$52 - $52	Average Duration14h 41m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $75	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Basel to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Basel to Essen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$52

Average train trip duration14h 41m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure7:09am

Distance270 miles (434 km)

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi0.7

FlixBus

3.5/510,792 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Basel to Essen Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Essen?

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Frequently asked questions for your trip Basel - Essen

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Basel to Essen is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Basel and Essen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Basel to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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