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Next departures from Basel to Essen on 19 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
EssenCheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$154Average duration13h 55m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$52 - US$52Average duration14h 41m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$42 - US$57Average duration5h 10m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 10mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Basel to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$50
Average bus trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance271 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Basel to Essen Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Essen from Basel, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Essen

  1. How far is Essen from Basel by coach?

    The distance between Basel and Essen by coach is approximately 270 miles (435 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Essen from Basel without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
16/09
US$29
17/09
No data
Today
US$31
19/09
US$97
20/09
US$109
21/09
US$58
22/09
US$60
23/09
US$26
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Essen was searched and found on 23 Sept 2025 with a price of US$26

To 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$26 to US$109 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$26, which is on 2025-09-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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