How much does a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen cost?

The bus ticket price from Amsterdam to Essen starts at R 391. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Amsterdam to Essen?

The average travel time between Amsterdam and Essen is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Amsterdam and Essen?

The number of buses from Amsterdam to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Amsterdam to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Amsterdam to Essen?

When taking the bus from Amsterdam to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Essen?

Buses travelling between Amsterdam and Essen leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) or Sloterdijk and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Bus Amsterdam to Essen from R 320 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Amsterdam to Essen on 5 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:15	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	3h 25m	15:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
		12:35	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	3h 5m	15:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest

Next departures from Amsterdam to Essen on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:55	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	10h 50m	19:45	Essen	Cheapest
09:25	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	10h 20m	19:45	Essen	Fastest
20:10	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	12h 30m	08:40	Essen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Essen on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	3h 25m	21:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
11:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 35m	14:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
08:55	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	10h 50m	19:45	Essen	No tags
04:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	4h 30m	08:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
20:10	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	12h 30m	08:40	Essen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Essen on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	3h 25m	18:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
11:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 35m	14:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
08:55	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	10h 50m	19:45	Essen	No tags
04:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	4h 30m	08:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
20:10	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	12h 30m	08:40	Essen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Essen on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:55	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	10h 50m	19:45	Essen	Cheapest
09:25	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	10h 20m	19:45	Essen	Fastest
20:10	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	12h 30m	08:40	Essen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:34 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

177 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 391 - R 2 408	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 452 - R 2 783	Average duration3h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 273 - R 522	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Bus Amsterdam to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 579

Average bus trip duration5h 30m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure04:00

Distance182 km

Latest bus departure22:40

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 191 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 088 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 088 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

KLR Bus

4/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.5

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Amsterdam to Essen Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and Essen?

Stops in Amsterdam

A - Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

B - Sloterdijk

C - Bijlmer Arena

D - Duivendrecht

E - Vondelpark

F - Elandsgracht Bus Station

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Amsterdam - Essen

How much does a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Amsterdam to Essen starts at R 391. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Amsterdam to Essen?
The average travel time between Amsterdam and Essen is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Amsterdam and Essen?
The number of buses from Amsterdam to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Amsterdam to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Amsterdam to Essen?
When taking the bus from Amsterdam to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Essen?
Buses travelling between Amsterdam and Essen leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) or Sloterdijk and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03/11

R 532

04/11

R 361

Today

R 320

06/11

R 487

07/11

R 412

08/11

R 370

09/11

R 528

10/11

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The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Essen was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of R 320

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

You can expect to pay from R 320 to R 1 161 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 370, which is on 2025-11-08.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Amsterdam to Essen but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Amsterdam to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Amsterdam to Essen will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Amsterdam to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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