How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Brussels?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Brussels start from $26. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Essen to Brussels?

The average bus travel time from Essen to Brussels is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Brussels route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Brussels?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Brussels at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Essen to Brussels 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 Essen to Brussels?

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 11197 reviews.

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

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 Essen to Brussels?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Brussels?

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.

Bus Essen to Brussels from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 20m	9:15pm	Brussels Airport	Cheapest
7:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
5:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 5m	2:05am	Brussels Airport	No tags
9:40pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 55m	3:35am	Brussels South (Gare du Midi)	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 50m	6:45pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	7:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
	9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
	3:00am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50am	Brussels Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:03pm	HBF	4h 27m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Essen	5h 45m	3:40pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
3:00am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50am	Brussels Airport	No tags
9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
6:50am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 50m	12:40pm	Brussels Airport	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Essen	5h 45m	3:40pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Fastest
9:55am	Essen	10h	7:55pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:55am	Essen	5h 45m	3:40pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	7:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
	9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
	3:00am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50am	Brussels Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:03pm	HBF	4h 42m	6:45pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Essen	5h 45m	3:40pm	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Fastest
9:55am	Essen	10h	7:55pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 50m	6:45pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
7:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
9:00pm	Essen	5h 25m	2:25am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
3:00am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 30m	12:30pm	Brussels Airport	No tags
1:40pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 35m	9:15pm	Brussels Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:05 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Brussels

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

198 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $119	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$67 - $244	Average Duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $42	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Brussels?

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
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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C
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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D
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,566 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,214 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

BE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Brussels 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 Essen to Brussels?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Brussels start from $26. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Essen to Brussels?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Brussels is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Brussels route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Brussels?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Brussels at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Brussels?
A bus trip from Essen to Brussels 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 Essen to Brussels?
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 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Brussels?
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 Essen to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Brussels?
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.

Best price found

12-08

$34

12-09

$31

Today

$44

12-11

$31

12-12

$34

12-13

$24

12-14

$28

12-15

$24

The cheapest trip from Essen to Brussels was searched and found on Dec 13, 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 Essen to Brussels, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $85 for a bus ticket from Essen to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.