Bus Aachen to Essen: Trip Overview
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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.
Based on 7525 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $11.00
Aachen to Essen Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 1 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 3:55AM - 8:35PM |
Minimum Price | $8 |
Average Ticket Price | $12 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 2h55m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 6h5m |
Distance | 62 miles (99 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | FlixBus, BlaBlaBus |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Aachen and Essen?
Wilmersdorfer Straße 1000, 52068 Aachen
Fernbushaltestelle Wilmersdorfer StraßeWilmersdorfer Str. 997, 52068 Aachen, Germany
Aachen - Haltestelle StationAlexanderstraße 11, 52062 Aachen, , Germany
Aachen (Kühlwetterstraße)Kühlwetterstraße 18, 52072 Aachen, Germany
AachenWilmersdorfer Str. 997, 52068 Aachen, Germany
Wilmersdorfer Str. 997Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
HBFFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
Essen HbfEssen, Germany
Essen BushaltestelleHachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
HachestraßeFrequently 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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.
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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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