How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Rotterdam cost?

The bus ticket price from Essen to Rotterdam starts at R 335. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Rotterdam 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!

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Rotterdam?

The average travel time between Essen and Rotterdam is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 183 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Rotterdam?

The number of buses from Essen to Rotterdam can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Rotterdam by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Rotterdam?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Rotterdam?

Buses travelling between Essen and Rotterdam leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Busstation Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Bushaltestelle, Weena - Rotterdam.

Bus Essen to Rotterdam from R 222 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Rotterdam on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h	07:10	Rotterdam CS	No tags
03:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 40m	06:50	Rotterdam Zuidplein	No tags
06:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 55m	11:50	Rotterdam CS	No tags
11:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 10m	15:05	Rotterdam CS	No tags
12:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 35m	18:30	Rotterdam CS	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Rotterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3hAverage duration

183 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 335 - R 1 829	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 925 - R 1 685	Average duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 213 - R 422	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Bus Essen to Rotterdam: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 429

Average bus trip duration4h 10m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure03:00

Distance183 km

Latest bus departure17:00

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 184 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 087 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

KLR Bus

4/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.5

NL Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Essen to Rotterdam Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Essen and Rotterdam?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Rotterdam

A - Busstation Rotterdam Centraal

B - Rotterdam Bushaltestelle

C - Weena - Rotterdam

D - Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam

E - Rosestraat 1101

F - Weena

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Rotterdam

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Rotterdam cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Rotterdam starts at R 335. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Rotterdam 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!
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Rotterdam?
The average travel time between Essen and Rotterdam is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 183 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Rotterdam?
The number of buses from Essen to Rotterdam can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Rotterdam by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Rotterdam?
When taking the bus from Essen to Rotterdam, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Rotterdam?
Buses travelling between Essen and Rotterdam leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Busstation Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Bushaltestelle, Weena - Rotterdam.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Essen to Rotterdam, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Essen to Rotterdam that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Essen to Rotterdam, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Rotterdam to Essen

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Train from Essen to Rotterdam

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