How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Essen start from $65. The average price for this route is around $138. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Essen?

The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Essen is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 738 miles (1190 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Essen at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Essen?

A bus trip from Barcelona to Essen generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Barcelona 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 Barcelona 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 has the most timely service from Barcelona to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Barcelona 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.

Bus Barcelona to Essen from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Essen on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:20pm	Barcelona Nord	20h 45m	10:05am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
	4:40pm	Barcelona Nord	1d 3h	7:45pm	Essen	No tags
	4:25pm	Barcelona Nord	1d 3h	8:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:20pm	Barcelona Nord	23h 28m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
	2:30pm	Sants	1d 3h	6:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Essen on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:40pm	Barcelona Nord	1d 3h	7:45pm	Essen	Cheapest
		6:00am	Barcelona Nord	1d 2h	8:40am	Essen	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:34 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Barcelona 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 15 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

15h 20mAverage Duration

731 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $244	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$168 - $180	Average Duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Essen?

Stops in Barcelona

A
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
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F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,171 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Barcelona to Essen by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Essen start from $65. The average price for this route is around $138. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Essen is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 738 miles (1190 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Essen at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Essen?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Essen generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Barcelona 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 Barcelona 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 has the most timely service from Barcelona to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Barcelona 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.

Best price found

11/27

$83

11/28

$90

Today

$74

11/30

$107

12/01

No data

12/02

$67

12/03

No data

12/04

$82

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Essen was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $67

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

You can expect to pay from $67 to $203 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-12-02.