Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Barcelona Nord | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sants | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sants | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Barcelona Nord | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Barcelona (Airport T2C) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Barcelona to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$94 - $368 | Average Duration1d 3h | 29kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$240 - $240 | Average Duration16h 20m | 50kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Essen?
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Essen start from $94. The average price for this route is around $149. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Barcelona to Essen is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Barcelona to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Essen at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Essen?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Essen generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Barcelona to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Essen was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $123To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $123 to $140 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $123 which is on 2026-01-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Barcelona to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
