Coach Berlin to Essen from £18

Which bus from Berlin to Essen is the best?

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

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Sunday

£24

Monday

£19

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Thursday

£18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 40m	00:10	Berlin	Wannsee Train Station	06:50	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Wannsee Train Station, Berlin (Germany) at 07/12/2025 00:10:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
FlixBus	9h 0m	05:45	Berlin	Sudkreuz Station	14:45	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sudkreuz Station, Berlin (Germany) at 07/12/2025 05:45:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
FlixBus	8h 25m	06:20	Berlin	Central Coach Station	14:45	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Berlin (Germany) at 07/12/2025 06:20:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
FlixBus	7h 15m	23:35	Berlin	Sudkreuz Station	06:50	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sudkreuz Station, Berlin (Germany) at 07/12/2025 23:35:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 08/12/2025 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
FlixBus	8h 35m	10:20	Berlin	Central Coach Station	18:55	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Berlin (Germany) at 07/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 35m	10:20	Berlin	Central Coach Station	18:55	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Berlin (Germany) at 08/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 08/12/2025 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
FlixBus	7h 15m	23:35	Berlin	Sudkreuz Station	06:50	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sudkreuz Station, Berlin (Germany) at 08/12/2025 23:35:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 09/12/2025 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
FlixBus	6h 55m	23:55	Berlin	Central Coach Station	06:50	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Berlin (Germany) at 08/12/2025 23:55:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 09/12/2025 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
FlixBus	7h 25m	03:20	Berlin	Sudkreuz Station	10:45	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sudkreuz Station, Berlin (Germany) at 08/12/2025 03:20:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 08/12/2025 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	9h 0m	05:45	Berlin	Sudkreuz Station	14:45	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sudkreuz Station, Berlin (Germany) at 08/12/2025 05:45:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 08/12/2025 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 35m	10:20	Berlin	Central Coach Station	18:55	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Berlin (Germany) at 11/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
FlixBus	6h 40m	00:10	Berlin	Wannsee Train Station	06:50	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Wannsee Train Station, Berlin (Germany) at 11/12/2025 00:10:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 06:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
FlixBus	7h 25m	03:20	Berlin	Sudkreuz Station	10:45	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sudkreuz Station, Berlin (Germany) at 11/12/2025 03:20:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	9h 0m	05:45	Berlin	Sudkreuz Station	14:45	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sudkreuz Station, Berlin (Germany) at 11/12/2025 05:45:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
FlixBus	7h 5m	03:40	Berlin	Central Coach Station	10:45	Essen	Central Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Berlin (Germany) at 11/12/2025 03:40:00 to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Berlin to Essen is £18 on 11/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Berlin 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.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Berlin to Essen. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Berlin and Essen.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 18 coaches from Berlin to Essen, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Berlin and Essen, with 6 offers.

All facts for Berlin to Essen bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus that travel daily 10 times by bus from Berlin to Essen in one click. Book your Berlin to Essen bus ticket starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus	£18
Fastest Bus	6h 40m
Earliest Coach	00:10
Latest Coach	23:55
Daily Bus Connections	10 Ø
Distance	453.3 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Berlin to Essen?

Every day, 10 buses from 1 coach companies leave Berlin for Essen. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

Saturday 06/12

Sunday 07/12

£24

Monday 08/12

£19

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

£18

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

£21

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

£29

Thursday 25/12

£25

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Berlin to Essen

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Berlin to Essen, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £18, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Berlin to Essen. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £24.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Berlin to Essen, with £18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin to Essen are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Berlin and Essen

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

Central Coach Station

Masurenallee 6

Nikolaiviertel Bus Stop

Schoneberg (S)

Sonnenallee Bus Stop

Zitadelle Spandau Bus Stop

Freiheit Bus Stop

Rathaus Bus Stop

Am Porschepl.

Central Bus Station

Hafenstr. Bus Stop

Süd Bus Station

Am Grugapark

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 Berlin to Essen? Compare all modes of transports from Berlin to Essen.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Berlin 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 Berlin to Essen bus

How much does a Berlin Essen coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Berlin Essen bus trip is available from £18 and takes 8h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 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 Berlin Essen route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Berlin to Essen is offered by roughly 10 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Essen from Berlin take?

The quickest coach from Berlin to Essen is provided by FlixBus and takes 6h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £24. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Berlin to Essen?

The earliest bus to Essen departs from Berlin at 00:10. 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 Berlin to Essen?

The latest bus to Essen departs from Berlin at 23:55. 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 Berlin Essen route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Essen?

You can check all the direct connections between Berlin 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.

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

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 Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin to Essen on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Berlin and to Essen

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Berlin and to Essen. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!