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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aachen Henricistraße | Essen | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:27 AM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Aachen to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Aachen and Essen?
Stops in Aachen
- A
Fernbushaltestelle Wilmersdorfer Straße
Wilmersdorfer Straße 1000, 52068 Aachen - B
Wilmersdorfer Str. 997
Wilmersdorfer Str. 997, 52068 Aachen, Germany - C
Aachen - Haltestelle Station
Wilmersdorfer Str. 997, 52068 Aachen, Germany - D
Aachen (Kühlwetterstraße)
Alexanderstraße 11, 52062 Aachen, , Germany - E
Aachen
Kühlwetterstraße 18, 52072 Aachen, Germany
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aachen to Essen by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Aachen to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Aachen to Essen starts at $13. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Aachen to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Aachen to Essen?
The average travel time between Aachen and Essen is around 6h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 5m.This is the time it takes to travel the 99 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Aachen and Essen?
The number of buses from Aachen to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Aachen to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Aachen to Essen?
When taking the bus from Aachen to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Aachen to Essen?
Buses travelling between Aachen and Essen leave from Fernbushaltestelle Wilmersdorfer Straße or Wilmersdorfer Str. 997 and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aachen to Essen was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aachen to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $18 for a bus ticket from Aachen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Aachen to Essen?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
