The average train between Basel and Bottrop takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Bottrop. 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 Bottrop. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Bottrop at 5:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Basel to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Essen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Basel to Bottrop train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Bottrop train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Basel and Bottrop is 443.4 km. The road distance is 561 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €95–210 and the journey takes 4h 42m.