How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Bruges?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Bruges start from $30. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Bruges?

The average bus trip duration from Essen to Bruges is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 165 miles (266 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Bruges route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Bruges at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 2:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Essen to Bruges generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Essen to Bruges?

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 11239 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Bruges?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Bruges from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Essen to Bruges on December 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 50m	8:45pm	Centrum Station	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Essen	12h 50m	10:45pm	Bruges	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	1:25pm	Centrum Station	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Essen	12h 45m	10:40pm	Bruges	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 50m	8:45pm	Centrum Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Bruges

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bruges. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

165 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $43	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$77 - $133	Average Duration4h 29m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $30	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Bruges?

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
Visit page
D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Bruges

A
Centrum Station
Bay 10, (in front of rail station), 8000 Smedenpoort
B
Sint-Michiels
N342 116, 8200 Brugge, Belgium
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C
Zeebrugge - P&O Ferries Terminal
Leopold II-dam 13, 8380 Brugge, Belgium

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,760 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,293 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Bruges by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Bruges?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Bruges start from $30. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Bruges?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Bruges is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 165 miles (266 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Bruges route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Bruges?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Bruges at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 2:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Bruges?
A bus trip from Essen to Bruges generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Bruges?
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 11239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Bruges?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Bruges?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Bruges?
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.