Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Barcelona Nord | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sants | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sants | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Barcelona Nord | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Barcelona (Airport T2C) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Barcelona to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 115 - R 4 387 | Average duration1d 3h | 30kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 2 861 - R 2 861 | Average duration16h 20m | 50kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Essen?
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- C
Barcelona Airport
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Essen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Essen start at R 1 115. The average price for this route is around R 1 852. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Barcelona to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Barcelona to Essen is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1190 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Essen at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Essen?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Essen produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Barcelona 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 11278 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Barcelona 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Essen was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 468To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 468 to R 1 672 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 468, which is on 2026-01-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Barcelona to Essen?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
