Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Brest - Bus station | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brest - Bus station | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brest - Bus station | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brest - Bus station | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brest - Bus station | Essen | No tags |
Get from Brest to Essen
The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 309, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Brest and Essen?
Stops in Brest
- A
Gare routière de Brest
Rond-Point Henri Rol-Tanguy, 29200 Brest, France - B
Arrêt Brest- Porte de Gouesnou
15 rue des Rochers, 29850 Gouesnou, France
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 11248 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 309
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brest to Essen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Brest to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brest to Essen start at R 1 309. The average price for this route is around R 3 050. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Brest to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Brest to Essen is 21h 55m, covering a distance of 890 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Brest to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brest to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Brest to Essen at 10:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brest to Essen?
A bus trip from Brest to Essen produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Brest to Essen was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 847To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brest to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 847 to R 2 258 for a bus ticket from Brest to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 847, which is on 2025-12-21.
