Bus from Bremen to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bremen to Essen on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Bremen to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
218 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$26 - $52Average Duration3h 40m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$19 - $145Average Duration2h 14m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$28 - $49Average Duration2h 30m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bremen 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bremen to Essen?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bremen to Essen start from $26. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bremen to Essen?

    The average bus travel time from Bremen to Essen is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 219 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bremen to Essen route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bremen to Essen?

    The earliest bus departs from Bremen to Essen at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bremen to Essen?

    A bus trip from Bremen to Essen generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bremen 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 11143 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bremen to Essen?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bremen to Essen?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bremen 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

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