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Trip Overview

The train between Essen and Basel SBB Station takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Basel SBB Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 48m
Duration
569 km
Distance
CHF 100
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Essen to Basel SBB Station train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Essen and Basel SBB Station. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Basel SBB Station at 12:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Basel SBB Station? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 569.1 km
  • Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Basel SBB Station, Switzerland?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 85–170 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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