Next departures for Aachen to Essen on November 20
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Aachen Henricistraße
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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Next departures for Aachen to Essen on November 22
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Aachen Henricistraße
Essen
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Compare 3 ways to go from Aachen to Essen
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 11142 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $9
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aachen to Essen by bus
What is the distance between Aachen and Essen?
About 61 miles (99 km) separate Aachen and Essen.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Aachen to Essen?
If you're headed to Essen from Aachen, chances are that your bus will leave from Fernbushaltestelle Wilmersdorfer Straße and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/17
$12
11/18
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11/20
$13
11/21
$9
11/22
$9
11/23
$10
11/24
$9
The cheapest trip from Aachen to Essen was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $9
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aachen to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $13 for a bus ticket from Aachen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Aachen to Essen?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Aachen to Essen was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $9
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
