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Utrecht - Essen Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Utrecht to Essen. Traveling by bus from Utrecht to Essen usually takes around 7 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance92 mi (148 km)
Shortest duration2h 10m
Cheapest price$13.23
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines1

How much is a bus ticket from Utrecht to Essen?

$40.38 is the average price of a bus ticket from Utrecht to Essen. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in September. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $26 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Utrecht to Essen in April, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $37 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

What bus companies travel from Utrecht to Essen?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Utrecht to Essen. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus37h 35m$49.30
  • 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 3 trips from Utrecht to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 7 hours and 35 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are buses that can take you directly from Utrecht to Essen. At this time, there are a number of bus trips where you can expect to spend part of the journey on a different vehicle, such as a shuttle or a train. Both types of tickets can be found when you search on Wanderu; the type of trip is indicated in the trip details.

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 148 kilometers from Utrecht to Essen. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Utrecht to Essen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Utrecht to Essen every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Utrecht to Essen; ticket prices start at $58.14.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Utrecht?

Main departure station: Croeselaan 6

Most buses depart from the main station in Utrecht.

All bus stations in Utrecht:

  • Croeselaan 6

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

  • Essen Hbf

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