Bus from Brussels to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Brussels to Essen on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)
    		EssenCheapest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      		Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)
      		EssenFastest

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:41 AM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to go from Brussels to Essen

      We recommend carpooling

      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 $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      3carpool per day
      2h 40mAverage Duration
      198 kmDistance
      8kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$26 - $98Average Duration5h 35m
      5kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$71 - $165Average Duration3h 39m
      5kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$22 - $47Average Duration2h 40m
      8kg CO₂e

      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.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Essen?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Essen start from $26. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Brussels to Essen?

        The average bus travel time from Brussels to Essen is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. 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.

      4. 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.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Essen?

        A bus trip from Brussels 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.

      6. 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.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Essen?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

      8. 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 KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. 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.

      Best price found
      12-12
      $51
      12-13
      $30
      Today
      $40
      12-15
      $28
      12-16
      $24
      12-17
      $34
      12-18
      $39
      12-19
      $40
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brussels to Essen was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $24

      To 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 $24 to $80 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 $24 which is on 2025-12-16.

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