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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: August 3 atDeparture city: BaselDeparture location: Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)Arrival time: August 4 atDestination city: EssenDestination location: EssenOperated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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| Average PriceUS$48 - US$155 | Average Duration21h 45m | 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | |||
| Average PriceUS$52 - US$52 | Average Duration14h 41m | 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$36 - US$57 | Average Duration5h 30m | 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Basel to EssenAmong 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 US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Basel to Essen: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Essen
What is the travel distance from Basel to Essen?
It's about 435 km (270 miles) from Basel to Essen.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Basel to Essen?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Basel Central Station, in Basel, and end it at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen.
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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 Aug 6, 2025 with a price of US$107To 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 US$107 to US$196 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 US$107 which is on 2025-08-06.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Basel to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Basel to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Basel to Essen.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Basel to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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