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Today3 Aug
from US$147
Tomorrow4 Aug
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Wed6 Aug
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Sun10 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Barcelona
    Departure location: Nord
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Barcelona to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$73 - US$256Average duration1d 2h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$90 - US$90Average duration15h
50kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Barcelona to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just US$90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
15hAverage duration
US$90Cheapest ticket
50kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Barcelona to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$141
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure06:00
Distance730 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Barcelona to Essen Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Barcelona to Essen.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Barcelona to Essen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Barcelona - Essen

  1. How far is Essen from Barcelona by coach?

    The distance between Barcelona and Essen by coach is approximately 731 miles (1179 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Essen from Barcelona without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/08
No data
02/08
US$186
Today
US$139
04/08
US$85
05/08
US$105
06/08
US$94
07/08
US$121
08/08
US$167
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Essen was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$85

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

You can expect to pay from US$85 to US$217 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85, which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Barcelona and Essen!

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 Barcelona to Essen.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Barcelona to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Barcelona to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Barcelona to Essen

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Train from Barcelona to Essen

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