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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Rotterdam Zuidplein | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 419, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Rotterdam to Essen: Trip Overview
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Rotterdam to Essen Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rotterdam - Essen
How much does a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Rotterdam to Essen starts at R 419. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Essen?
The average travel time between Rotterdam and Essen is around 4h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 183 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rotterdam and Essen?
The number of buses from Rotterdam to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rotterdam to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rotterdam to Essen?
When taking the bus from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Essen?
Buses travelling between Rotterdam and Essen leave from Busstation Rotterdam Centraal or Rotterdam Bushaltestelle and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Essen was searched and found on 08 Nov 2025 with a price of R 491To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 491 to R 491 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 491, which is on 2025-11-08.
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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Rotterdam to Essen.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rotterdam to Essen.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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