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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Basel SBB | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Basel SBB | HBF | Fastest | |||||
| Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Basel and Essen?
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - CAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Essen 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 Basel to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Essen start from $60. The average price for this route is around $76. 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 Basel to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Basel to Essen is 20h 55m, covering a distance of 271 miles (437 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 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 11:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Essen?
A bus trip from Basel to Essen generates an estimated 11 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 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 11405 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 has the most timely service from Basel to Essen?
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 Basel to Essen?
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 Basel to Essen was searched and found on Feb 18, 2026 with a price of $49To 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 $49 to $116 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 $49 which is on 2026-02-18.
