Bus Tickets from Essen to Brussels

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TomorrowAug 31
from US$33
MonSep 1
from US$30
TueSep 2
from US$24
WedSep 3
from US$16
ThuSep 4
from US$26
FriSep 5
from US$21
SatSep 6
SunSep 7

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Brussels
    Destination location: Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Brussels

Bus
Average PriceUS$17 - US$89Average Duration5h 25m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$48 - US$118Average Duration3h 28m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$12 - US$30Average Duration2h 40m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Brussels

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Brussels: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$30
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure3:00am
Distance199 km
Latest bus departure9:40pm

Essen to Brussels Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Brussels

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

    It's about 198 km (123 miles) from Essen to Brussels.

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

    Buses departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen will take you to Brux-Nord in Brussels.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-28
US$20
08-29
US$28
Today
US$24
08-31
US$30
09-01
US$28
09-02
US$22
09-03
US$15
09-04
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Brussels was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Brussels, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$52 for a bus ticket from Essen to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Brussels.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Essen to Brussels.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Brussels will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Brussels while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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!

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

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You can also go to Brussels by train

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