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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center | Essen | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Schiphol (AMS) Airport | Essen | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center | Essen | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:06 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 265, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and Essen?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amsterdam to Essen by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Amsterdam to Essen starts at R 380. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Amsterdam to Essen?
The average travel time between Amsterdam and Essen is around 4h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Amsterdam and Essen?
The number of buses from Amsterdam to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Amsterdam to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Amsterdam to Essen?
When taking the bus from Amsterdam to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Essen?
Buses travelling between Amsterdam and Essen leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) or Sloterdijk and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Essen was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of R 354To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 354 to R 1 252 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 438, which is on 2025-12-01.
