How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Essen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Essen start at R 418. The average price for this route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Berlin to Essen?

The average bus journey time from Berlin to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 455 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Berlin to Essen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Essen at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Essen?

A bus trip from Berlin to Essen produces an estimated 11.350725 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Berlin to Essen from R 368 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 14 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:55	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	6h 55m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
23:35	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 15m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
23:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	7h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 15 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 25m	14:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	00:10	Wannsee	6h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	03:40	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	7h 5m	10:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	16:48	HBF	No tags
	04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 50m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 16 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:40	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	7h 5m	10:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	00:10	Wannsee	6h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 50m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	06:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 25m	14:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 17 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 35m	17:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	00:10	Wannsee	6h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	03:40	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	7h 5m	10:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	12:00	HBF	No tags
	04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 50m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 18 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 25m	14:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	00:10	Wannsee	6h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	03:40	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	7h 5m	10:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	12:00	HBF	No tags
	04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 50m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 19 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:55	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	6h 55m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	00:10	Wannsee	6h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	03:40	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	7h 5m	10:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 50m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 20 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 25m	14:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	00:10	Wannsee	6h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	03:40	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	7h 5m	10:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 50m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 21 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:20	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 25m	14:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	00:10	Wannsee	6h 40m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	03:40	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	7h 5m	10:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	16:48	HBF	No tags
	04:00	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	8h 50m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:22 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Essen

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 270, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day

4h 16mAverage duration

456 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 418 - R 1 145	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 270 - R 4 365	Average duration4h 16m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Essen?

Stops in Berlin

A
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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C
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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F
Puschkinallee
Puschkinallee 16, 12435 Berlin, Germany
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Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 474 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12474 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 418

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Essen start at R 418. The average price for this route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Berlin to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Berlin to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 455 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Essen at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Essen?
A bus trip from Berlin to Essen produces an estimated 11.350725 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/04

R 605

14/04

R 574

Today

R 557

16/04

R 496

17/04

R 576

18/04

R 522

19/04

R 477

20/04

R 426

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on 20 Apr 2026 with a price of R 426

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

You can expect to pay from R 426 to R 1 108 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 426, which is on 2026-04-20.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 50m	Avg priceR 582	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 16m	Avg priceR 1 255	Daily departures31
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 10m	Avg priceR 738	Daily departures14