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Which bus from Amsterdam to Essen is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Amsterdam to Essen. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£16
tomorrow
£14
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
£14
Saturday
£22
Sunday
£14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 15:00 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 18:45 Essen Central Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 45m 12:30 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 16:15 Essen Central Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 3h 15m 18:45 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 22:00 Essen Central Station  Economy £17
BlaBlaCar Bus 10h 50m 08:55 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 19:45 Essen Central Station  Economy £27
BlaBlaCar Bus 12h 30m 20:10 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 08:40 Essen Central Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 12:30 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 16:15 Essen Central Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 15m 18:45 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 22:00 Essen Central Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:00 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 11:40 Essen Central Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 4h 30m 04:00 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 08:30 Essen Central Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 5h 55m 22:15 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 04:10 Essen Central Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 15:00 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 18:45 Essen Central Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 2h 55m 20:15 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 23:10 Essen Central Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 2h 40m 11:30 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 14:10 Essen Central Station  Economy £15
BlaBlaCar Bus 10h 50m 08:55 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 19:45 Essen Central Station  Economy £28
BlaBlaCar Bus 12h 30m 20:10 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 08:40 Essen Central Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Amsterdam to Essen via Nijmegen, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      08:00
      Amsterdam
      Sloterdijk Station
      09:55
      Nijmegen
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00
      Nijmegen
      Central Station
      11:40
      Essen
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
BlaBlaCar Bus 12h 30m 20:10 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 08:40 Essen Central Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Amsterdam to Essen via Nijmegen, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      14h 50m
      0
      20:50
      Amsterdam
      Sloterdijk Station
      22:40
      Nijmegen
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 11h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00
      Nijmegen
      Central Station
      11:40
      Essen
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 40m 11:30 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 14:10 Essen Central Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 2h 55m 20:15 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 23:10 Essen Central Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 45m 15:00 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 18:45 Essen Central Station  Economy £15
BlaBlaCar Bus 12h 30m 20:10 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 08:40 Essen Central Station  Economy £28
BlaBlaCar Bus 10h 0m 08:55 Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station 18:55 Essen Central Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Amsterdam to Essen via Nijmegen, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      08:00
      Amsterdam
      Sloterdijk Station
      09:55
      Nijmegen
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00
      Nijmegen
      Central Station
      11:40
      Essen
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £1

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Amsterdam to Essen is £14 on 05/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Amsterdam and Essen?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Amsterdam to Essen. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily coaches from Amsterdam to Essen. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Amsterdam and Essen.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 14 coaches from Amsterdam to Essen, while Night sees the fewest connections between Amsterdam and Essen, with 4 offers.

All facts for Amsterdam to Essen bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel daily 6 times by bus from Amsterdam to Essen in one click. Book your Amsterdam to Essen bus ticket starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 2h 40m
Earliest Coach 04:00
Latest Coach 22:15
Daily Bus Connections 6 Ø
Distance 177.2 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Amsterdam to Essen?

Every day, 6 buses from 2 coach companies leave Amsterdam for Essen. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
£16
Tuesday 05/05
£14
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
Friday 08/05
£28
Saturday 09/05
£22
Sunday 10/05
£14
Monday 11/05
£15
Tuesday 12/05
£21
Wednesday 13/05
£29
Thursday 14/05
£31
Friday 15/05
£28
Saturday 16/05
£22
Sunday 17/05
£41
Monday 18/05
£26
Tuesday 19/05
£20
Wednesday 20/05
£22
Thursday 21/05
£22
Friday 22/05
£28
Saturday 23/05
£17
Sunday 24/05
£19
Monday 25/05
£39
Tuesday 26/05
£40
Wednesday 27/05
£33
Thursday 28/05
£24
Friday 29/05
£16
Saturday 30/05
£15
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Amsterdam to Essen

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £14, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Amsterdam to Essen. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen, with £14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.

How to save money travelling from Amsterdam to Essen

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Amsterdam to Essen in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Amsterdam to Essen, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Amsterdam to Essen are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Amsterdam and Essen

Here is a map with all coach stations in Amsterdam and Essen. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Amsterdam to Essen? Compare all modes of transports from Amsterdam to Essen.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Amsterdam to Essen

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Amsterdam to Essen. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Amsterdam to Essen bus

How much does a Amsterdam Essen coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Amsterdam Essen bus trip is available from £14 and takes 3h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Amsterdam to Essen?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £30. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Essen.

How many connections are available for the Amsterdam Essen route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Amsterdam to Essen is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Essen from Amsterdam take?

The quickest coach from Amsterdam to Essen is provided by FlixBus and takes 2h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Amsterdam to Essen?

The earliest bus to Essen departs from Amsterdam at 04:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Amsterdam to Essen?

The latest bus to Essen departs from Amsterdam at 22:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Amsterdam Essen route?

Passengers looking to travel from Amsterdam to Essen can travel with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam and Essen?

You can check all the direct connections between Amsterdam and Essen by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Essen from Amsterdam?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Amsterdam Essen bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Amsterdam Essen bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Amsterdam to Essen on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Amsterdam to Essen?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 6 daily trips between Amsterdam and Essen. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Amsterdam to Essen?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Amsterdam and Essen change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Amsterdam to Essen

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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