How much is the bus ticket from Lille to Essen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lille to Essen start from $25. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Lille to Essen?

The average bus trip duration from Lille to Essen is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lille to Essen 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 Lille to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Lille to Essen at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Lille to Essen 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 Lille to Essen?

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 11278 reviews.

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

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 Lille to Essen?

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 Lille to Essen?

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 Lille to Essen from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lille to Essen on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:10pm	131 Boulevard de Turin	8h 15m	1:25am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Lille to Essen on December 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:45am	Lille	6h 55m	8:40am	Essen	Cheapest
9:25am	131 Boulevard de Turin	6h 45m	4:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
12:30pm	Lille	7h 15m	7:45pm	Essen	No tags
6:05am	131 Boulevard de Turin	8h 50m	2:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
1:35pm	131 Boulevard de Turin	7h 50m	9:25pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures for Lille to Essen on January 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:45am	Lille	6h 55m	8:40am	Essen	Cheapest
	9:25am	131 Boulevard de Turin	6h 45m	4:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	12:30pm	Lille	7h 15m	7:45pm	Essen	No tags
	6:05am	131 Boulevard de Turin	8h 50m	2:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:35am	131 Boulevard de Turin	8h 27m	5:02pm	HBF	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:41 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lille to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

181 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $91	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $53	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lille and Essen?

Stops in Lille

A
Lille - Boulevard de Turin
Bus station, Boulevard de Turin, 59800 Lille, France
B
1 Place Saint-Hubert
1 Place Saint-Hubert, 59800 Lille, France
C
Gare de Lille Europe
Lille, 59777 Lille, France
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D
253 Boulevard de Leeds
253 Boulevard de Leeds, 59800 Lille, France

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,779 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

3.5/511,304 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lille to Essen 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 Lille to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lille to Essen start from $25. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Lille to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Lille to Essen is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lille to Essen 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 Lille to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Lille to Essen at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lille to Essen?
A bus trip from Lille to Essen 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 Lille to Essen?
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 11278 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lille to Essen?
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 Lille to Essen?
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 Lille to Essen?
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

12/26

$54

12/27

$55

Today

$49

12/29

$66

12/30

$67

12/31

$49

The cheapest trip from Lille to Essen was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $85 for a bus ticket from Lille to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-31.