Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Eisenbahnstraße | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Eisenbahnstraße | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:58 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Bielefeld to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bielefeld and Essen?
Stops in Bielefeld
- A
Brackwede Bielefeld - Busbanhof
Eisenbahnstraße 39, 33647 Bielefeld, Germany - BBorsigstraße 13, 33602 Bielefeld, Germany
- C
Artur-Ladebeck-Straße
Artur-Ladebeck-Straße 212, 33647 Bielefeld, Germany - D
Niederwall
Niederwall 1, 33602 Bielefeld, , Germany - E
Bielefeld
Am Bahnhof 6, 33602 Bielefeld, Germany - F
Bielefeld - Schettler
Detmolder Str. 490, 33605 Bielefeld, Germany
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
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bielefeld to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bielefeld to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bielefeld to Essen start from $25. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bielefeld to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Bielefeld to Essen is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 74 miles (120 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bielefeld to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bielefeld to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Bielefeld to Essen at 8:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bielefeld to Essen?
A bus trip from Bielefeld to Essen generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Essen was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bielefeld to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $32 for a bus ticket from Bielefeld to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-16.
