What is the distance between Essen and Bielefeld?

About 77 miles (124 km) separate Essen and Bielefeld.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Bielefeld?

If you're headed to Bielefeld from Essen, chances are that your bus will leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Brackwede Bielefeld - Busbanhof. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Essen to Bielefeld from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Essen to Bielefeld on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 10m	11:05am	Eisenbahnstraße	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 10m	11:15am	Eisenbahnstraße	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 10m	11:05am	Eisenbahnstraße	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	2h 10m	11:15am	Eisenbahnstraße	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 40m	11:25pm	Eisenbahnstraße	No tags

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bielefeld. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

298 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $24	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $86	Average Duration1h 27m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $18	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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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.

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