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How to get to Essen by bus
- Routes
- 66
- Trips per day
- 266
- bus lines
- 3
- Stations
- 3
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Station Information
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.
Popular bus stations in Essen:
- Train Station
- Essen Hbf
What bus companies travel to Essen, NW?
Located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Essen is accessible by bus from 66 other cities. You can choose from 266 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Essen on Wanderu. FlixBus usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Essen are also available.
Bus companies serving Essen
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 154 | 16 hr, 5 min | CZK 1,824.40 |
| Sindbad | 19 | 16 hr, 12 min | CZK 2,008.50 |
| Ecolines | 1 | 1 day, 45 min | CZK 2,370.45 |
Sindbad is a Polish bus company that began its service in 1983. Its fleet of over 120 modern, comfortable coaches connects destinations across Europe. Passengers have access to onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment, air conditioning, restrooms, and beverages.
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company with an extensive network connecting Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. They offer routes to popular destinations in countries like Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands, providing reliable transportation. Ecolines prioritizes passenger comfort by equipping their buses with amenities like air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. On longer trips, passengers can enjoy personal entertainment devices, and stewards are available onboard for assistance, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 120.29 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Essen, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Essen. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Essen was CZK 176.55.
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CZK 120.29
The most popular bus stations in Essen are Train Station and Essen Hbf. Train Station is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to Essen is Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS), located 4.9 miles from the city center of Essen.
The population of Essen is 593,085. It ranks number 2 by population in Nordrhein-Westfalen. It ranks number 6 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to Essen, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 120.29. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Essen starts at CZK 168.36. A longer trip by bus to Essen can be as cheap as CZK 506.81. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 168.36.
The closest bus station to the city center of Essen is Train Station, located just 0.3 miles away. Select Train Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Essen. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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