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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Essen | Cheapest | |||||
 | Brussels North Train Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Essen | No tags | |||||
| Brussels Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Brussels North Train Station | HBF | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Brussels to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 264, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Brussels and Essen?
Stops in Brussels
- ARue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
- BBoulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
- C
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium - DPachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brussels 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Essen start at R 305. The average price for this route is around R 353. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Brussels to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Brussels to Essen is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 199 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Brussels to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brussels to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Essen at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Essen?
A bus trip from Brussels to Essen produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Brussels to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Brussels to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Brussels to Essen was searched and found on 05 Mar 2026 with a price of R 287To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brussels to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 287 to R 593 for a bus ticket from Brussels to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 287, which is on 2026-03-05.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Brussels to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
