How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Amsterdam cost?

The bus ticket price from Essen to Amsterdam starts at R 332. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Amsterdam 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 Essen to Amsterdam?

The average travel time between Essen and Amsterdam is around 3h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Amsterdam?

The number of buses from Essen to Amsterdam can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Amsterdam by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Amsterdam?

When taking the bus from Essen to Amsterdam, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Amsterdam?

Buses travelling between Essen and Amsterdam leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), Sloterdijk, Bijlmer Arena.

Bus Essen to Amsterdam from R 263 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Essen to Amsterdam on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:50	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 55m	12:45	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	Fastest
Bus	09:55	Essen	13h 30m	23:25	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
Bus	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 45m	08:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	09:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 20m	13:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Amsterdam on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:50	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	07:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 10m	10:30	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	Fastest
Bus	11:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 35m	16:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	18:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	21:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	18:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 10m	21:25	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Amsterdam on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 20m	13:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 55m	12:45	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 45m	08:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	07:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 30m	10:50	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	11:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 35m	16:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Amsterdam 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	13h 30m	23:25	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Essen to Amsterdam on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 20m	16:15	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	12:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 55m	15:50	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	Fastest
Bus	09:55	Essen	13h 30m	23:25	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
Bus	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 45m	08:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	07:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 10m	10:15	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Amsterdam on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 10m	10:15	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	12:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 55m	15:50	Schiphol (AMS) Airport	Fastest
Bus	09:55	Essen	13h 30m	23:25	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	No tags
Bus	03:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 45m	08:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	09:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 20m	12:25	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Amsterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Amsterdam. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

177 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 332 - R 1 934	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 447 - R 2 910	Average duration3h 21m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 190 - R 446	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Amsterdam?

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 Amsterdam

A
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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B
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands
C
Bijlmer Arena
Hoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
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D
Duivendrecht
Stationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
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E
Vondelpark
Amsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
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F
Elandsgracht Bus Station
Amsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 420 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 150 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.6

NL Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Amsterdam by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Amsterdam cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Amsterdam starts at R 332. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Amsterdam 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 Essen to Amsterdam?
The average travel time between Essen and Amsterdam is around 3h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Amsterdam?
The number of buses from Essen to Amsterdam can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Amsterdam by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Amsterdam?
When taking the bus from Essen to Amsterdam, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Amsterdam?
Buses travelling between Essen and Amsterdam leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), Sloterdijk, Bijlmer Arena.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

R 400

23/11

R 537

Today

R 337

25/11

No data

26/11

R 263

27/11

R 274

28/11

R 904

29/11

R 316

The cheapest trip from Essen to Amsterdam was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 263

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

You can expect to pay from R 263 to R 1 010 for a bus ticket from Essen to Amsterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 263, which is on 2025-11-26.