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Arnhem to Essen Bus Schedule
Bus from Arnhem to Essen: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Arnhem to Essen. Traveling by bus from Arnhem to Essen usually takes around 4 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (97 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 45m |
| Cheapest price | £6.45 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Arnhem to Essen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Arnhem to Essen. FlixBus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 4h 52m | £19.98 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Arnhem to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 52 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Arnhem to Essen
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 97 kilometers from Arnhem to Essen. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 45 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Essen. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
There is usually only one bus per day from Arnhem to Essen. It leaves the station in Arnhem at 2:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Arnhem to Essen. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Arnhem to Essen; ticket prices start at £28.29.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Arnhem?
Main departure station: Amsterdamseweg 13
Most buses depart from the main station in Arnhem.
All bus stations in Arnhem:
Amsterdamseweg 13
Where does the bus arrive in Essen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof (Freiheit) is Essen's central bus terminal located directly outside the main train station. Buses servicing the terminal include FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus, which travel to Hamburg six times daily and make regular trips to Munich, Mannheim, and Dusseldorf. The terminal stretches along Freiheit, with various seating areas and stops for different bus companies. Although there aren't many amenities on the road near the station besides a large multistory parking garage, the nearby train station and city center have plentiful shops, restaurants, and hotels. The station also has a Starbucks, McDonald's, and a Lidl supermarket. You can also find information and tickets for major bus services in the train station, although it is advisable to book in advance online.
Bus stations in Essen:
Train Station
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