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Schaerbeek - Essen Bus Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 5 intercity buses per day from Schaerbeek to Essen. Traveling by bus from Schaerbeek to Essen usually takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance121 mi (195 km)
Shortest duration3h 30m
Cheapest price€14.97
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Schaerbeek to Essen?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Schaerbeek 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
FlixBus53h 51m€25.37
  • 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 5 trips from Schaerbeek to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 3 hours and 51 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 Schaerbeek 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 3 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 195 kilometers from Schaerbeek to Essen. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 30 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 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 08:00 and the last bus leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all buses from Schaerbeek to Essen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Schaerbeek to Essen every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Schaerbeek to Essen; ticket prices start at €52.85.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Schaerbeek?

Main departure station: Brussels-North Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Schaerbeek.

All bus stations in Schaerbeek:

  • Brussels-North Station

Where does the bus arrive in Essen?

Main arrival station: Train Station

Essen Hauptbahnhof (Freiheit) is Essen's central coach 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 coach companies. Although the road doesn't have many amenities besides a large multistorey parking garage, the nearby train station and city centre 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 coach 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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