The average train between Basel and Essen Hbf takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Essen Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:25 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 12:09 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 37m.
Basel to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Basel to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Basel and Essen Hbf is 434.7 km. The road distance is 571 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel Bad Bf to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €110–260 and the journey takes 4h 33m.