Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Lille | Essen | Cheapest | |||||
 | 131 Boulevard de Turin | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| Lille | Essen | No tags | |||||
| 131 Boulevard de Turin | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | 131 Boulevard de Turin | HBF | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:36 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Lille to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 612, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 428 - R 2 024 | Average duration7h 15m | 7kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 612 - R 969 | Average duration3h 40m | 12kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Lille and Essen?
Stops in Lille
- A
Lille - Boulevard de Turin
Bus station, Boulevard de Turin, 59800 Lille, France - B
1 Place Saint-Hubert
1 Place Saint-Hubert, 59800 Lille, France - CLille, 59777 Lille, France
- D
253 Boulevard de Leeds
253 Boulevard de Leeds, 59800 Lille, 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
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lille 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 Lille to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lille to Essen start at R 428. The average price for this route is around R 748. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lille to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Lille to Essen is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 290 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lille to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lille to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Lille to Essen at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lille to Essen?
A bus trip from Lille to Essen produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lille to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lille to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lille to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lille to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lille to Essen was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of R 394To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lille to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 394 to R 1 051 for a bus ticket from Lille to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 479, which is on 2025-11-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lille to Essen?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
