How far is Brussels from Essen by coach?

The journey from Essen to Brussels by coach covers an approximate distance of 123 miles (198 km).

Is there a way to reach Brussels from Essen without a car?

The best way to go from Essen to Brussels without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Essen to Brussels from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	Bus	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Fastest

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	Bus	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Fastest

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:55	Essen	5h 45m	15:40	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Cheapest
	Bus	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	Fastest

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:00	Essen	5h 25m	02:25	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	CheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Brussels

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

123 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £65	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£37 - £139	Average duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £23	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Brussels?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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C
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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D
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,161 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Brussels

How far is Brussels from Essen by coach?
The journey from Essen to Brussels by coach covers an approximate distance of 123 miles (198 km).
Is there a way to reach Brussels from Essen without a car?
The best way to go from Essen to Brussels without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/11

£22

25/11

£25

Today

£33

27/11

£17

28/11

£13

29/11

£17

30/11

£15

01/12

£13

The cheapest trip from Essen to Brussels was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £33 for a bus ticket from Essen to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-28.