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

The average train ticket price from Essen to Basel is $42. The best way to find train tickets from Essen to Basel 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 Essen to Basel?

A train trip between Essen and Basel is around 13h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 270 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Basel?

The number of trains from Essen to Basel 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 Essen to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Basel?

Once in Basel, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are BaselCard, Zoo Basel, Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel exhibition centre, Fondation Beyeler.

Trains from Essen to Basel | FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Basel.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $125	Average Duration18h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$42 - $50	Average Duration13h 32m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $55	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Basel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Basel: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$42

Average train trip duration13h 32m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure6:03pm

Distance271 miles (436 km)

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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.

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Essen to Basel Train

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

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Stops in Basel

A - Basel Central Station

B - Basel

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Basel is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Basel.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Basel you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Basel, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Essen to Basel.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Basel?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time18h 5m	Avg Price$63	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time13h 32m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 50m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Essen and Basel is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $42 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $42. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Basel, choose the train, as it will take you from Essen to Basel in about 5h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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