Bus from Essen to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 14 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
WannseeFastest
FlixbusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*No tags
FlixbusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Berlin SüdkreuzNo tags
FlixbusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Berlin SüdkreuzNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Berlin

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
5h 10mAverage duration
282 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£17 - £113Average duration8h
11kg CO₂e
Average price£16 - £174Average duration4h 7m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£23 - £49Average duration5h 10m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Berlin

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 Essen to Berlin?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Berlin start from £17. The average price for this route is around £33. 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 Essen to Berlin?

    The average bus journey time from Essen to Berlin is 8h, covering a distance of 276 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Essen to Berlin at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

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

    A bus journey from Essen to Berlin produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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