Bus from Amsterdam to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Amsterdam to Essen on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Sloterdijk
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Schiphol (AMS) Airport
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Sloterdijk
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Schiphol (AMS) Airport
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Sloterdijk
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
2h 20mAverage duration
110 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£17 - £70Average duration4h 30m
5kg CO₂e
Average price£20 - £103Average duration2h 27m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£12 - £23Average duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Amsterdam to Essen

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Amsterdam to Essen start from £17. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 journey from Amsterdam to Essen?

    The average bus journey time from Amsterdam to Essen is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Amsterdam to Essen?

    The earliest bus departs from Amsterdam to Essen at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

    A bus journey from Amsterdam to Essen produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Amsterdam 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.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Amsterdam 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Amsterdam 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.

Best price found
29/11
£17
30/11
£31
Today
£20
02/12
£25
03/12
£27
04/12
No data
05/12
£20
06/12
£21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Essen was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £56 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-05.

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