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Compare 3 ways to go from Antwerp to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$24 - US$65Average Duration8h 15m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$89 - US$123Average Duration3h 56m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$15 - US$30Average Duration2h 20m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Antwerp to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
2h 20mAverage Duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Antwerp to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure11:30am
Distance182 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Antwerp to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Antwerp - Essen

  1. What is the travel distance from Antwerp to Essen?

    The distance between Antwerp and Essen is approximately 184 km (114 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Antwerp to Essen?

    Buses departing from Antwerpen-Berchem in Antwerp will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Antwerp to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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