Bus from Aachen to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Aachen to Essen on 20 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Aachen Henricistraße
EssenCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:56 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Aachen 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 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 202, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
1h 20mAverage duration
100 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 158 - R 297Average duration6h 30m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceR 639 - R 810Average duration1h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 202 - R 248Average duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aachen to Essen by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Aachen to Essen start at R 158. The average price for this route is around R 163. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Aachen to Essen?

    The average bus journey time from Aachen to Essen is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 100 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Aachen to Essen?

    The earliest bus departs from Aachen to Essen at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.

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

    A bus trip from Aachen to Essen produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Aachen 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 11405 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Essen?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Aachen to Essen?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Aachen 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.

Best price found
17/02
R 231
18/02
R 221
Today
R 140
20/02
R 161
21/02
R 141
22/02
R 142
23/02
R 161
24/02
R 140
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Aachen to Essen was searched and found on 19 Feb 2026 with a price of R 140

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

You can expect to pay from R 140 to R 231 for a bus ticket from Aachen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 140, which is on 2026-02-24.

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