Next bus departures

Next departures for Arnhem to Essen on October 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:00am	Arnhem	5h 10m	2:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:01 AM CEST.

Get from Arnhem to Essen

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 5mAverage Duration

98 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Arnhem and Essen

Stops in Arnhem

A
Arnhem
Amsterdamseweg 13, 6814 CM Arnhem, Netherlands
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B
Arnhem Centraal Station
Parktoren en Rijntoren, 6811 Arnhem, Netherlands
C
Noordelijke Parallelweg
Noordelijke Parallelweg 146A, 6813 DG Arnhem, Netherlands
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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 Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,281 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 16281 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $18

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, Sindbad, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa, KLR Bus

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Arnhem 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 Arnhem to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Arnhem to Essen start from $18. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Arnhem to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Arnhem to Essen is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 98 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Arnhem to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Arnhem to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Arnhem to Essen at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 2:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Arnhem to Essen?
A bus trip from Arnhem to Essen generates an estimated 2.4313 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10-15

$22

10-16

$65

Today

$78

10-18

$66

10-19

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10-20

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10-21

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10-22

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The cheapest trip from Arnhem to Essen was searched and found on Oct 15, 2026 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $78 for a bus ticket from Arnhem to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-10-18.