How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Berlin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Berlin start at R 398. The average price for this route is around R 587. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Essen to Berlin?

The average bus journey time from Essen to Berlin is 8h, covering a distance of 458 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Berlin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Berlin?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Berlin at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Berlin?

A bus trip from Essen to Berlin produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Essen to Berlin from R 371 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 17 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	03:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	Fastest
22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 15m	05:50	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 25m	03:30	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 35m	06:10	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 18 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	CheapestFastest
20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	03:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 15m	05:50	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 25m	03:30	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 35m	06:10	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 19 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	03:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	Fastest
	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 15m	05:50	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:04	HBF	10h 51m	03:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 25m	03:30	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 20 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	23:25	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	Fastest
	13:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	21:35	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	16:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	01:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 21 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	23:25	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	Fastest
	13:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	21:35	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	16:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	01:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 22 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	23:25	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	Fastest
	13:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	21:35	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	16:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	01:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 23 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	21:35	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	Fastest
	15:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	23:25	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	16:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	01:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 24 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	21:35	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	Cheapest
	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	05:30	Wannsee	Fastest
	15:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	23:25	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	16:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	01:10	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

4h 7mAverage duration

456 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 398 - R 1 765	Average duration8h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 252 - R 2 523	Average duration4h 7m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Berlin?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
D
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Berlin

A
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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B
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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C
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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E
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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F
Puschkinallee
Puschkinallee 16, 12435 Berlin, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 330 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12330 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 398

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Berlin 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 Essen to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Berlin start at R 398. The average price for this route is around R 587. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Berlin?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Berlin is 8h, covering a distance of 458 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Berlin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Berlin?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Berlin at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Berlin?
A bus trip from Essen to Berlin produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/03

R 704

16/03

R 523

Today

R 524

18/03

R 525

19/03

R 474

20/03

R 626

21/03

R 504

22/03

R 605

The cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on 19 Mar 2026 with a price of R 474

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

You can expect to pay from R 474 to R 1 110 for a bus ticket from Essen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 474, which is on 2026-03-19.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Berlin?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time8h	Avg priceR 587	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 7m	Avg priceR 1 055	Daily departures22
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 10m	Avg priceR 854	Daily departures14