Bus Tickets from Lille to Essen

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Next departures to Essen

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 14 at
    Departure city: Lille
    Departure location: 131 Boulevard de Turin
    Arrival time: June 15 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 14 at
    Departure city: Lille
    Departure location: 131 Boulevard de Turin
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 14 at
    Departure city: Lille
    Departure location: Lille
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 14 at
    Departure city: Lille
    Departure location: 131 Boulevard de Turin
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 14 at
    Departure city: Lille
    Departure location: 131 Boulevard de Turin
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lille to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$25 - US$113Average Duration7h 15m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$25 - US$55Average Duration3h 40m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Lille to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1.75carpool per day
3h 40mAverage Duration
US$25Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lille to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$40
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance290 km
Latest bus departure9:10pm

Lille to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lille - Essen

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

    The bus ride from Lille to Essen takes 7h 15m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Essen in about 6h 45m.

  2. How far is Lille from Essen?

    The distance covered from Lille to Essen is 291 km (181 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Lille - Boulevard de Turin, in Lille, and end it at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Lille to Essen?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Lille to Essen. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$25, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Lille to Essen?

    The bus fare from Lille to Essen is approximately US$40.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-12
US$32
06-13
US$27
Today
US$35
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06-19
US$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lille to Essen was searched and found on Jun 19, 2025 with a price of US$27

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

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Lille to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27 which is on 2025-06-19.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Lille to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lille to Essen.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Lille to Essen.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lille to Essen?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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