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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Leuven

Bus
Average PriceUS$57 - US$57Average Duration8h 50m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$21 - US$25Average Duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Leuven

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leuven. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
2h 20mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Leuven: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$57
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:55am
Distance172 km

Essen to Leuven Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Leuven

  1. How long is the trip from Essen to Leuven by bus?

    The bus ride from Essen to Leuven takes 8h 50m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Leuven in 8h 50m

  2. What is the travel distance from Essen to Leuven?

    Essen and Leuven are 173 km (108 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Leuven?

    Buses departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen will take you to Leuven in Leuven.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Leuven?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Essen to Leuven. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$57, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Essen to Leuven?

    The bus from Essen to Leuven will cost you US$57, on average.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Leuven will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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