Find coaches from Düsseldorf to Essen

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Next departures from Düsseldorf to Essen on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Hbf
    		EssenCheapest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      		Hbf
      		EssenFastest

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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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      6carpool per day
      30mAverage duration
      31 kmDistance
      1kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceUS$5 - US$7Average duration40m
      1kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceUS$7 - US$41Average duration25m
      1kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceUS$3 - US$6Average duration30m
      1kg CO₂e

      Bus Düsseldorf to Essen: Trip Overview

      Average ticket priceUS$5
      Average bus trip duration40m
      Number of daily buses1
      Earliest bus departure06:55
      Distance30 km
      Latest bus departure19:05

      Düsseldorf to Essen Bus

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      Frequently asked questions on the trip Düsseldorf - Essen

      1. How much does a bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen cost?

        The bus ticket price from Düsseldorf to Essen starts at US$5. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Düsseldorf 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!

      2. How long is the bus ride from Düsseldorf to Essen?

        The average travel time between Düsseldorf and Essen is around 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 30 km that separates the two cities.

      3. How many daily bus connections are there between Düsseldorf and Essen?

        The number of buses from Düsseldorf to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Düsseldorf to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from Düsseldorf to Essen?

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

      5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Düsseldorf to Essen?

        Buses travelling between Düsseldorf and Essen leave from ZOB am Hbf or Hbf and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

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

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      US$5
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      Today
      US$6
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      US$4
      02/11
      US$4
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      US$4
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      US$4
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      US$4
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Essen was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$4

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

      You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$6 for a bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4, which is on 2025-11-03.

      About Bus Travel

      Bus Travel Tips

      Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Düsseldorf to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

      Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Düsseldorf to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

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      Did you know?

      Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

      The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

      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.

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