What is the best way to travel from Basel to Esslingen?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Esslingen from Basel?
You can reach Esslingen with just £21 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 11m018:37BaselBadischer Train Station22:48EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 18:37:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 11m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 55m021:58BaselBadischer Train Station03:53EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 21:58:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 03:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 47m018:22BaselBadischer Train Station21:09EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 18:22:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 21:09:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 47m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn4h 11m018:37BaselBadischer Train Station22:48EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 18:37:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 11m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 13m018:49BaselBadischer Train Station23:02EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 18:49:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 23:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m008:27BaselCentral Station11:34EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 08:27:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 11:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 58m008:36BaselBadischer Train Station11:34EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 08:36:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 11:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 58m
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What are the fastest trips from Basel to Esslingen?
You can get to Esslingen from Basel in just 2h 47m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn2h 47m018:22BaselBadischer Train Station21:09EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 18:22:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 21:09:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 47m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 11m018:37BaselBadischer Train Station22:48EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 18:37:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 11m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 55m021:58BaselBadischer Train Station03:53EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 21:58:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 03:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
Fastest Trains Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 58m008:36BaselBadischer Train Station11:34EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 08:36:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 11:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 58m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m008:27BaselCentral Station11:34EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 08:27:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 11:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 11m018:37BaselBadischer Train Station22:48EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 18:37:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 11m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 13m018:49BaselBadischer Train Station23:02EsslingenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Badischer Train Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 18:49:00 to Central Station, Esslingen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 23:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 13m
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Bus from Basel to Esslingen
What are the most popular stations in Basel and Esslingen?
In Basel, you will usually depart from Central Station, Badischer Train Station or Markthalle Bus Station, while in Esslingen you will be arriving at Central Station, Panorama-Klinik Bus Stop or Oberesslingen Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Esslingen from Basel? With 5 connections between 1 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Basel and Esslingen, you can pay as low as £21 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Esslingen in just 2h 47m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Basel and Esslingen are Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Basel and Esslingen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Birsfelden or to Altbach, and look at flights from Basel Mulhouse Airport, and landing at Stuttgart Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Basel to Esslingen?
The most popular companies between Basel and Esslingen, are Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Basel to Esslingen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Basel to Esslingen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Basel to Esslingen
How can I reach Esslingen from Basel?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Esslingen from Basel.
How far is Esslingen from Basel?
The distance between Basel and Esslingen is 182.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Basel and Esslingen?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 31 kgs, and a flight 45 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Basel to Esslingen?
You can get to Esslingen with just £21 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Esslingen?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Esslingen in just 2h 47m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
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