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  • Departure time: 14 September at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 September at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche BahnDeutsche Bahn
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 September at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 September at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 September at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: 14 September at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 August at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht
    Arrival time: 30 August at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Utrecht to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$22 - US$79Average duration8h 5m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$26 - US$143Average duration3h 23m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$11 - US$25Average duration1h 40m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Utrecht to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Utrecht to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$30
Average bus trip duration8h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure08:30
Distance93 miles
Latest bus departure22:40

Utrecht to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Utrecht - Essen

  1. What's the distance between Utrecht and Essen by coach?

    The distance between Utrecht and Essen by coach is approximately 93 miles (149 km).

  2. How can I get from Utrecht to Essen without driving?

    The best way to go from Utrecht to Essen without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$18
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US$42
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Utrecht to Essen was searched and found on 27 Aug 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$42 for a bus ticket from Utrecht to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-08-27.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Utrecht to Essen but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Utrecht to Essen will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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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