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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen | Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:24 CET.
Get from Essen to Dunkirk
The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just €39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Dunkirk?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- C
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Dunkirk
- A
Arrêt autocars Marine - Rue de Bellevue
7 Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France - BPôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare, Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France
- C
DFDS Terminal
Route du petit Denna, Port 5625, 59279 Loon-Plage, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Dunkirk
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Dunkirk?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Dunkirk start from €39. The average price for this route is around €74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Dunkirk?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Dunkirk is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 327 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Dunkirk route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Dunkirk?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Dunkirk at 09:55. And the latest bus departs at 12:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Dunkirk?
A bus journey from Essen to Dunkirk produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Essen to Dunkirk?
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 11525 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Dunkirk?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Dunkirk?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Dunkirk?
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 Essen to Dunkirk was searched and found on 2 Apr 2026 with a price of €31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Dunkirk as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €31 to €68 for a bus ticket from Essen to Dunkirk based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €31, which is on 2026-04-02.
