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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Schiphol (AMS) Airport | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Essen | Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Amsterdam
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Amsterdam. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Amsterdam?
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
Stops in Amsterdam
- B
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands - CHoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
- DStationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
- EAmsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
- FAmsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Amsterdam
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Amsterdam?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Amsterdam start from £15. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Amsterdam?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Amsterdam is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Amsterdam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Amsterdam?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Amsterdam at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Amsterdam?
A bus journey from Essen to Amsterdam produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Essen to Amsterdam?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Amsterdam?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Amsterdam?
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 Essen to Amsterdam?
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 Essen to Amsterdam was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Amsterdam as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £15 to £47 for a bus ticket from Essen to Amsterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-05.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
