Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Venio Central station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Venio Central station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 16:07 CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Venlo to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£9 - £22 | Average duration1h 10m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£5 - £5 | Average duration50m | 2kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Venlo and Essen?
Stops in Venlo
- AStationsplein 1, 5913 AA Venlo, Netherlands
- B
Venlo Bus Stop
Oude Markt 1, 5911 HG Venlo, Netherlands - C
Venlo- Border
Maaskade, Rotonde de Maas, 5911 Venlo, Netherlands
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
Compare bus companies
Based on 11465 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £9
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Venlo to Essen
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 Venlo to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Venlo to Essen start from £9. The average price for this route is around £11. 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 Venlo to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Venlo to Essen is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 37 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Venlo to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Venlo to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Venlo to Essen at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 11:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Venlo to Essen?
A bus journey from Venlo to Essen produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Venlo to Essen was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Venlo to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £6 to £7 for a bus ticket from Venlo to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-01.
