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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
| Wannsee | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hauptbahnhof | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Essen?
Stops in Berlin
- AHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- BAlexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
- CKronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
- FPuschkinallee 16, 12435 Berlin, Germany
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Based on 12138 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $34
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.
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 $54. 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 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.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $33To 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 $33 to $69 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 $34 which is on 2026-01-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
