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Compare all timetables for the bus from Brussels to Essen

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Brussels to Essen from various bus operators like FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus for the next days.
today
from $18
tomorrow
from $26
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $18
Thursday
Friday
from $19

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    4h 0m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Brussels
    North Station
    2:55 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    4h 5m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Brussels
    North Station
    6:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    4h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Brussels
    North Station
    1:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 25m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Brussels
    North Station
    12:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 25m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $29
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    4h 0m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Brussels
    North Station
    1:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brussels to Essen via Dusseldorf, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Brussels
      North Station
      5:30 PM
      Dusseldorf
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $19
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      0h 40m
      0
      7:05 PM
      Dusseldorf
      Central Bus Station
      7:45 PM
      Essen
      Central Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $3
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brussels to Essen via Liege, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 5m
      0
      12:20 PM
      Brussels
      North Station
      1:50 PM
      Liege
      Rue D'Artois
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 55m
      0
      3:30 PM
      Liege
      Rue D'Artois
      6:25 PM
      Essen
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Brussels
    North Station
    12:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    4h 0m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Brussels
    North Station
    2:55 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    3:55 PM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    9:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 25m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Brussels
    Midi Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $31

Frequency of bus connections between Brussels and Essen

See here how frequent the connections between Brussels and Essen are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Brussels to Essen. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Brussels and Essen.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 15 buses from Brussels to Essen, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Brussels and Essen, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Brussels to Essen

Compare all providers like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Brussels to Essen in one click! Book your bus ticket from Brussels to Essen starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus $18
Fastest Bus 3h 30m
Earliest Bus 1:15 AM
Latest Bus 9:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 8 Ø
Distance 122.7 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Brussels to Essen

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Brussels for Essen: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/23/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/17
Monday 11/18
Tuesday 11/19
Wednesday 11/20
Thursday 11/21
Friday 11/22
Saturday 11/23
$18
Sunday 11/24
$26
Monday 11/25
Tuesday 11/26
Wednesday 11/27
$18
Thursday 11/28
Friday 11/29
$20
Saturday 11/30
Sunday 12/01
$29
Monday 12/02
Tuesday 12/03
Wednesday 12/04
Thursday 12/05
Friday 12/06
Saturday 12/07
Sunday 12/08
Monday 12/09
Tuesday 12/10
Wednesday 12/11
Thursday 12/12
Friday 12/13
Saturday 12/14

The cheapest time to travel from Brussels to Essen

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brussels to Essen, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $18, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Brussels to Essen. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brussels to Essen, with $18. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $29.

How to save money travelling from Brussels to Essen

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Brussels to Essen in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Brussels to Essen, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Brussels to Essen are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Brussels to Essen

These are the most booked bus companies between Brussels to Essen from our users.

FlixBus from Brussels to Essen

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Brussels to Essen:

Cheapest Price $19
Fastest Bus 3h 30m
Earliest Bus 1:15 AM
Last Bus 9:25 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 11/22/2024

BlaBlaCar Bus from Brussels to Essen

BlaBlaCar Bus

Here you will find the key facts about the BlaBlaCar Bus bus route Brussels to Essen:

Cheapest Price $18
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Bus 3:15 AM
Last Bus 2:10 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 11/23/2024

All bus stations and stops in Brussels and Essen

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Brussels and Essen.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Brussels to Essen

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Brussels to Essen? Or which bus companies serve the route Brussels to Essen? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Brussels to Essen bus

How much does a Brussels Essen bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 5h 35m to reach Essen. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Brussels to Essen?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $59. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Essen.

On average, how many connections are available from Brussels to Essen each day?

Every day, the Brussels to Essen bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Brussels to Essen take?

The fastest bus from Brussels to Essen is offered by FlixBus and takes 3h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $32. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brussels to Essen?

The earliest bus arriving in Essen from Brussels starts at 1:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Brussels to Essen?

The latest bus trip departing from Brussels for Essen starts at 9:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Brussels Essen route?

When traveling by bus from Brussels to Essen, passengers can travel with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Essen?

You can check all the direct connections between Brussels and Essen by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.

What can I take with me on the Brussels to Essen bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Brussels Essen bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Brussels Essen bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Brussels to Essen on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Brussels to Essen

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Alternate transport types from Brussels to Essen

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Brussels to Essen for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Essen

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Brussels to Essen for the next days.
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 9m
    0
    6:11 AM
    Brussels
    Central Station
    9:20 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $43
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 9m
    0
    6:11 AM
    Brussels
    Central Station
    9:20 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from $52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 29m
    0
    6:08 AM
    Brussels
    Central Station
    9:37 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $55
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 29m
    0
    6:08 AM
    Brussels
    Central Station
    9:37 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from $73

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