How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Brussels?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Brussels start at R 295. The average price for this route is around R 428. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Essen to Brussels?

The average bus journey time from Essen to Brussels is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 187 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Brussels route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Brussels?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Brussels at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Brussels?

A bus trip from Essen to Brussels produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Essen to Brussels?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11451 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Brussels?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Brussels?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Brussels?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Essen to Brussels from R 277 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 23 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	18:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 40m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
	17:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 10m	01:10	Brussels Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	HBF	4h 50m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	12:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 40m	17:35	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 24 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
04:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 50m	09:30	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
07:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 20m	18:40	Brussels Airport	No tags
11:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	12h 45m	00:40	Brussels Airport	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 25 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Fastest
09:55	Essen	10h	19:55	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
07:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 20m	18:40	Brussels Airport	No tags
11:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 20m	21:15	Brussels Airport	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 26 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
18:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 40m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50	Brussels Airport	No tags
09:55	Essen	10h	19:55	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 27 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 50m	18:45	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	18:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 40m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
	09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50	Brussels Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	HBF	4h 50m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 28 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	18:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 40m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50	Brussels Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:04	HBF	4h 36m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 1 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	18:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 40m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
	09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50	Brussels Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:03	HBF	4h 42m	18:45	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 2 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	18:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 40m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
	09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	No tags
	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 50m	10:50	Brussels Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:04	HBF	4h 36m	21:40	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:31 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Brussels

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 199, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

198 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 295 - R 1 259	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 831 - R 2 874	Average duration3h 6m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 199 - R 568	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Brussels?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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C
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
D
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 245 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 456 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

BE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Brussels by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Brussels?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Brussels start at R 295. The average price for this route is around R 428. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Brussels?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Brussels is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 187 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Brussels route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Brussels?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Brussels at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Brussels?
A bus trip from Essen to Brussels produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Brussels?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11451 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Brussels?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

21/02

R 357

22/02

R 456

Today

R 318

24/02

R 318

25/02

R 317

26/02

R 277

27/02

R 358

28/02

R 317

The cheapest trip from Essen to Brussels was searched and found on 26 Feb 2026 with a price of R 277

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 R 277 to R 1 059 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 R 277, which is on 2026-02-26.

Usually FlixBus 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.