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Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:56am	HBF	10h 39m	8:35pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:05pm	HBF	10h 10m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:56am	HBF	10h 39m	8:35pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:05pm	HBF	11h 10m	12:15am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:05pm	HBF	10h 10m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:56pm	HBF	9h 39m	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:56am	HBF	10h 39m	10:35pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	8h 51m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:05pm	HBF	10h 10m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	8h 51m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	8h 51m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 15m	5:50am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	8h 51m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 15m	5:50am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 449, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39train per day

4h 12mAverage Duration

281 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 1,131 - TRY 6,900	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 449 - TRY 13,067	Average Duration4h 12m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Berlin?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Berlin

A
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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C
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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D
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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E
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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F
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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FlixBus

3.5/512,980 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Berlin 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 Essen to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Berlin start from TRY 1,131. The average price for this route is around TRY 1,766. 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 Essen to Berlin?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Berlin is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 279 miles (450 km). The quickest bus can get 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 14 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 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Berlin?
A bus trip from Essen to Berlin generates an estimated 11.2467 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.

Best price found

07/07

TRY 1,803

07/08

TRY 1,857

Today

TRY 1,852

07/10

TRY 2,025

07/11

TRY 1,964

07/12

TRY 1,968

07/13

TRY 1,740

07/14

TRY 1,630

The cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on Jul 14, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,630

To 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 TRY 1,630 to TRY 3,825 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 TRY 1,630 which is on 2026-07-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Berlin?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 20m	Avg PriceTRY 1,766	Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 12m	Avg PriceTRY 3,208	Daily Departures39
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 20m	Avg PriceTRY 2,399	Daily Departures20