Bus from Berlin to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 21 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitCheapest
Flixbus
Wannsee
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitFastest
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
HBFNo tags
Flixbus
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:50 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 374, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day
5hAverage duration
454 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 413 - R 1 032Average duration7h 50m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 242 - R 3 498Average duration4h 6m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 374 - R 1 015Average duration5h
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Essen by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Essen?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Essen start at R 413. The average price for this route is around R 590. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Berlin to Essen?

    The average bus journey time from Berlin to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 458 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Berlin to Essen route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Essen?

    The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Essen at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Essen?

    A bus trip from Berlin to Essen produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
19/02
R 589
20/02
R 615
Today
R 566
22/02
R 596
23/02
R 477
24/02
R 427
25/02
R 417
26/02
R 397
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on 26 Feb 2026 with a price of R 397

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

You can expect to pay from R 397 to R 855 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 397, which is on 2026-02-26.

What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Essen?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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