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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rotterdam CS | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rotterdam CS | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:10 AM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Essen?
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Essen start from $28. The average price for this route is around $39. 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 Rotterdam to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Rotterdam to Essen is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 184 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rotterdam to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Essen at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Essen?
A bus trip from Rotterdam 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.
What is the best bus company from Rotterdam to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rotterdam to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rotterdam to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rotterdam to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Essen was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Essen, as early as possible.
