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Bus Aachen to Essen: Trip Overview

Bus Aachen to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$12
Average bus trip duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure3:55 AM
Distance62 miles (99 km)
Latest bus departure8:35 PM

Aachen to Essen Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:55AM - 8:35PM
Minimum Price$8
Average Ticket Price$12
Minimum Trip Duration2h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h5m
Distance62 miles (99 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, BlaBlaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Aachen - Essen

The bus is the best choice to get to Essen without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

The travel time from Aachen to Essen is about 6h 5m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 61 miles (99 km) that separate the two cities.

About 61 miles (99 km) separate Aachen and Essen.

You can choose from 1 travel times and travel with FlixBus and BlaBlaBus. The number of buses operating from Aachen to Essen may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Aachen to Essen by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 3:55 AM and ending at 8:35 PM.

If you're headed to Essen from Aachen, chances are that your bus will leave from Fernbushaltestelle Wilmersdorfer Straße and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $11.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Aachen to Essen is $12. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $11 and $49, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Aachen to Essen! The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Aachen and Essen is about 5h 50m. So you'll have enough time to visit Essen before returning to Aachen in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/16
$8
04/17
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04/19
$12
04/20
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04/21
$10
04/22
$8
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The cheapest trip from Aachen to Essen was searched and found on Apr 22, 2024 with a price of $8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aachen to Essen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $12 for a bus ticket from Aachen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2024-04-22.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Aachen to Essen but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Aachen to Essen, 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 Aachen to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Aachen to Essen.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers 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.

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