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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | ZOB Breitenweg / Hbf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Bremen to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bremen and Essen?
Stops in Bremen
- ABürgermeister-Smidt-Straße 15, 28195 Bremen, Germany
- B
Am Markt 20
Am Markt 20, 28195 Bremen, Germany
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bremen 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 Bremen to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bremen to Essen start from $19. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Bremen to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Bremen to Essen is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 136 miles (219 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bremen to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bremen to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Bremen to Essen at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bremen to Essen?
A bus trip from Bremen to Essen generates an estimated 5 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 Bremen 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 Bremen 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 Bremen 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 Bremen 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 Bremen to Essen was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bremen to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $22 for a bus ticket from Bremen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-11-29.
