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Busbud recommends carpooling from Gent to EssenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gent to Essen was searched and found on Jul 10, 2025 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gent to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $43 for a bus ticket from Gent to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-07-10.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Gent to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Gent to Essen.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Gent to Essen will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Gent to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
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