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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Brussels North Train Station | Fastest | |||||
| Essen | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Brussels Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Brussels North Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Brussels
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Brussels?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Brussels
- ARue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
- BBoulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
- CPachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Brussels 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 Brussels?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Brussels start from $18. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Brussels?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Brussels is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 116 miles (187 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Brussels route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Brussels?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Brussels at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Brussels?
A bus trip from Essen to Brussels generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Brussels?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Brussels?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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 Brussels was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Brussels, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $66 for a bus ticket from Essen to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-01.
