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Today10 Aug
from US$39
Tomorrow11 Aug
from US$37
Tue12 Aug
from US$39
Wed13 Aug
from US$30
Thu14 Aug
from US$33
Fri15 Aug
from US$39
Sat16 Aug
Sun17 Aug

Next departures to Brussels

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 11 August at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels-North (Gare du Nord)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Arrival time: 11 August at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels-North (Gare du Nord)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen
    Arrival time: 11 August at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Arrival time: 11 August at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels Airport
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Brussels

Bus
Average priceUS$18 - US$90Average duration5h 25m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$50 - US$118Average duration3h 29m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$15 - US$34Average duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Brussels

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day
2h 30mAverage duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Brussels: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$32
Average bus trip duration5h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure03:00
Distance116 miles
Latest bus departure21:55

Essen to Brussels Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Brussels

  1. How far is Brussels from Essen by coach?

    The journey from Essen to Brussels by coach covers an approximate distance of 123 miles (198 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Brussels from Essen without a car?

    The best way to go from Essen to Brussels without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08/08
US$36
09/08
US$30
Today
US$36
11/08
US$34
12/08
US$36
13/08
US$28
14/08
US$30
15/08
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Brussels was searched and found on 13 Aug 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$54 for a bus ticket from Essen to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-08-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Brussels.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Essen to Brussels.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Brussels will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Brussels while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Essen to Brussels

You can also go to Brussels by train

Train from Essen to Brussels

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