Bus from Berlin to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on December 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitCheapest
Flixbus
Wannsee
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitFastest
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    		Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
    		HBFNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
    		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:11 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Essen

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    16carpool per day
    5h 10mAverage Duration
    454 kmDistance
    19kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$34 - $109Average Duration7h 50m
    11kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$21 - $335Average Duration4h 6m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$32 - $88Average Duration5h 10m
    19kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin 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.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Essen?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Essen start from $34. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Essen?

      The average bus travel time from Berlin to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 445 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Berlin to Essen route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Berlin to Essen?

      The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Essen at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Essen?

      A bus trip from Berlin to Essen generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    12-07
    $55
    12-08
    $53
    Today
    $43
    12-10
    $43
    12-11
    $42
    12-12
    $45
    12-13
    $43
    12-14
    $49
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $42

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Berlin to Essen, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $42 to $93 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-11.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Essen?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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