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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Centrum Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Essen | Bruges | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Centrum Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 15:46 CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Bruges
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bruges. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Bruges?
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 Bruges
- A
Centrum Station
Bay 10, (in front of rail station), 8000 Smedenpoort - BN342 116, 8200 Brugge, Belgium
- C
Zeebrugge - P&O Ferries Terminal
Leopold II-dam 13, 8380 Brugge, Belgium
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Bruges
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 Bruges?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Bruges start from £24. The average price for this route is around £37. 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 Bruges?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Bruges is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 165 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Bruges route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Bruges?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Bruges at 05:05. And the latest bus departs at 14:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Bruges?
A bus journey from Essen to Bruges produces an estimated 7 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 Bruges?
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 11248 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Bruges?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Bruges?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Bruges?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Bruges was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of £43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Bruges as early as possible.
