Bus from Aachen to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Aachen to Essen on 1 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Aachen Henricistraße
    EssenCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 08:44 CET.

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    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    1h 20mAverage duration
    62 milesDistance
    4kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£8 - £21Average duration6h 30m
    2kg CO₂e
    Average price£15 - £43Average duration1h 39m
    2kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price£11 - £12Average duration1h 20m
    4kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Aachen to Essen

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

      The cheapest coach tickets from Aachen to Essen start from £8. The average price for this route is around £9. 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 journey from Aachen to Essen?

      The average bus journey time from Aachen to Essen is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 62 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Aachen to Essen route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Aachen to Essen?

      The earliest bus departs from Aachen to Essen at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.

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

      A bus journey from Aachen to Essen produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Aachen 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 11248 reviews.

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

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Aachen to Essen?

      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.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Aachen 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.

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    £12
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    £12
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    £13
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