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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center | Essen | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Schiphol (AMS) Airport | Essen | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center | Essen | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Amsterdam to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and Essen?
Stops in Amsterdam
- B
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands - CHoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
- DStationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
- EAmsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
- FAmsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
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 Amsterdam to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen start from $32. The average price for this route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Amsterdam to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Amsterdam to Essen is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 182 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Amsterdam to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Amsterdam to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Amsterdam to Essen at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Amsterdam to Essen?
A bus trip from Amsterdam to Essen generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Essen was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $128 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-10.
