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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Essen | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Brussels North Train Station | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Essen | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Brussels to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Brussels and Essen
Stops in Brussels
- A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium - B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium - C
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium - D
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 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 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 Brussels to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Essen start from PLN 61. The average price for this route is around PLN 96. 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 Brussels to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Brussels to Essen is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 196 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Brussels to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Brussels to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Essen at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Essen?
A bus trip from Brussels to Essen generates an estimated 4.88945 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 Brussels 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 12879 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Brussels 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.
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 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.
The cheapest trip from Brussels to Essen was searched and found on Oct 1, 2026 with a price of PLN 64To 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 PLN 64 to PLN 255 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 PLN 64 which is on 2026-10-01.
