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| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
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| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
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| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
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| ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 429, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Berlin and Essen
Stops in Berlin
- A
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - B
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany - C
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany - D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - E
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany - F
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Based on 16275 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 429
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 429. The average price for this route is around R 751. 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 8h 25m, covering a distance of 450 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 11.24745 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.
The cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on 15 Oct 2026 with a price of R 622To 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 622 to R 1 612 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 639, which is on 2026-10-19.
