Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Wannsee | Fastest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)* | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 242, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Berlin?
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
Stops in Berlin
- A
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - BKronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
- CAlexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
- DHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- EKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
- FPuschkinallee 16, 12435 Berlin, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 12250 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 383
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Berlin 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 Essen to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Berlin start at R 383. The average price for this route is around R 564. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Berlin?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Berlin is 8h, covering a distance of 458 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Berlin 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 Essen to Berlin?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Berlin at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Berlin?
A bus trip from Essen to Berlin produces an estimated 11 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 Essen to Berlin was searched and found on 28 Feb 2026 with a price of R 352To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Berlin as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 352 to R 814 for a bus ticket from Essen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 352, which is on 2026-02-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Berlin?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
