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Nijmegen to Essen Coach Timetable
Coach from Nijmegen to Essen: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Nijmegen to Essen. Traveling by coach from Nijmegen to Essen usually takes around 3 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 56 mi (90 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £5.77 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Nijmegen to Essen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Nijmegen 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.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 3h 32m | £10.72 |
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 Nijmegen to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 3 hours and 32 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 coach from Nijmegen to Essen
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 56 miles from Nijmegen to Essen. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
There is usually only one coach per day from Nijmegen to Essen. It leaves the station in Nijmegen at 05:00 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 coach per day from Nijmegen to Essen. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Nijmegen to Essen; ticket prices start at £26.52.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Nijmegen?
Main departure station: Tunnelweg (s102)
Most coaches depart from the main station in Nijmegen.
All coach stations in Nijmegen:
Tunnelweg (s102)
Where does the coach 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.
Coach stations in Essen:
Train Station
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