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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Basel

Composite routes from Essen to Basel

Cheapest
4 h 32 min
Car
548 km.
from $30

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 6
KLM
Website
Air France
Website
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Swiss
Website
Air Dolomiti
Website
KLM
Website
4h 36m
Every day
$432.57–$1,145.03
Air France
Website
4h 30m
Every day
$229.01–$763.36
Lufthansa
Website
50 min
Every day
$178.12–$623.41
Eurowings
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$82.70–$279.90
Swiss
Website
50 min
Every day
$292.62–$623.41
Air Dolomiti
Website
50 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$178.12–$521.63
Train operators
Found: 6
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
ÖBB EuroCity
Website
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Website
National Express
Website
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
4h 42m
Every 4 hours
$108.14–$120.86
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
ÖBB EuroCity
Website
2h 58m
6 times a week
$50.89–$76.34
+43 5 1717
+43 5 1717
Call
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Website
1h 14m
Every 20 minutes
$41.98–$76.34
+41 848 44 66 88
+41 848 44 66 88
Call
National Express
Website
1h 10m
Hourly
$19.08–$27.99
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
6h 45m
4 times a week
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
56 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Basel is to train which costs $92.39 - $103.26 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Basel is to train and fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $173.91 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct train between Essen and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Basel Bad Bf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Essen to Basel?

The distance between Essen and Basel is 571 km. The road distance is 551.5 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Basel without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $92.39 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Basel?

The train from Essen Hbf to Basel Bad Bf takes 4h 42m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Essen to Basel train from?

Essen to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or fly from Essen to Basel?

The best way to get from Essen to Basel is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $92.39 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $108.70 - $369.57 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Essen to Basel train arrive?

Essen to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Basel is 552 km. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Essen to Basel.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Basel?

Book your Essen to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 949+ hotels available in Basel. Prices start at $58.93 per night.
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