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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Antwerp to Essen

Showing times and prices for 23 Aug

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 26 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

183 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Antwerp to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Antwerp to Essen will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Antwerp for Essen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 183 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:555h05
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    13:00Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51121
    14:204h25
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    18:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:303h40
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    16:10Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    12:304h32
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    17:02Essen Hbf
    £511One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Antwerp to Essen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £106.

Distance: 183 km

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£19

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Cheapest

£62

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£221

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4h 30m

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10h 20m

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Live departures

Antwerp to Essen bus times

The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Essen coaches for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
BlaBlaCar Bus5112114:20 Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
4h25
18:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 changesdirect
Sunday 23 August
FlixBusFlixBus7:55 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
5h05
13:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
3h40
16:10 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain12:30 Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
4h32
17:02 Essen Hbf1 change

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FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus or De Lijn offer coaches services from Antwerp to Essen.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Antwerp to Essen.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or De Lijn to find the best option for your trip from Antwerp to Essen.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Antwerp to Essen.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or De Lijn to find the best option for your trip from Antwerp to Essen.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Antwerp to Essen.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Antwerp to Essen

BelgiumBelgium
GermanyGermany
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Buses from Antwerp to Essen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 183 km distance in 3h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
183 km
Average bus duration
4h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
0:01
Last bus
23:20
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, De Lijn from Antwerp to EssenYou can travel by bus between Antwerp to Essen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, De Lijn for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£12
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£11
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

De Lijn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£22
De Lijn frequency
1 a day

Complete guide to Essen

Things to do in Essen

Discover the best of Essen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Essen trip today.

  • Must visit

Museum Folkwang

Major art museum with strong 19th- and 20th-century collections, posters and photography. A leading cultural stop in central Essen.

  • Must visit

Ruhr Museum

Industrial history museum in the former boiler house at Zollverein. Engaging displays explain coal, steel and daily life across the Ruhr.

  • Recommended

Red Dot Design Museum

Design museum inside the Zollverein complex, showing contemporary design, everyday objects and changing exhibitions in a dramatic industrial setting.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are often slightly cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.80-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. For taxis, round up the fare. In cafés, small change or rounding up is customary.

FAQs: Antwerp to Essen coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Essen by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Antwerp to Essen can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Antwerp to Essen is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Antwerp to Essen is 3h 40m to travel the 183 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Antwerp to Essen leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Antwerp to Essen leaves at 23:20.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Antwerp to Essen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Antwerp to Essen, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, De Lijn for the best way to get you to Essen. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Antwerp and Essen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Antwerp , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats), Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem), Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal, Antwerp, Crown Plaza Hotel, Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage) . When arriving in Essen , you can end your route in coach stations like Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), Bochum, Hbf, Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB, Oberhausen, Hbf Fernbushaltestelle.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Essen from Antwerp is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Antwerp to Essen is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Antwerp and Essen including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Antwerp to Essen for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Antwerp to Essen:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Antwerp to Essen depends on the coach companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Antwerp to Essen.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Antwerp to Essen:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Antwerp to Essen:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Antwerp to Essen. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Antwerp to Essen with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Antwerp to Essen with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Antwerp to Essen with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Antwerp and Essen

Most Antwerp to Essen buses use the Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) station pair. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Essen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Antwerp
Arrival bus stations in Essen

Which Antwerp station do buses to Essen leave from?

Buses from Antwerp to Essen leave from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats). The station is 1 km from Antwerp city centre at Van Ertbornstraat, 2060 Antwerp, Belgium.
Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)Van Ertbornstraat, 2060 Antwerp, BelgiumWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) from Antwerp city centre

BusP5 · 37m · £3 · every ~20 min
Tram11 · 5m · £3 · every ~14 min

Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) bus station facilities and services

Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station premises.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats): Elevators, ramps.

Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)Borsbeeksebrug, 2600 Antwerpen, BelgiumWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) from Antwerp city centre

Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) is 3 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStoptrein, S32, Ic, S34, S33, S1, Ec, L, P, Ext, T, Trn · 8m · £0.90 · every ~42 min
Bus32 · 14m · £3 · every ~10 min
Tram4 · 17m · £3 · every ~11 min
11 · 27m · £3 · every ~14 min

Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) bus station facilities and services

Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several dining options nearby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem). ATMs are available at Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem): Wheelchair accessible areas.

Antwerpen, P+R LuchtbalAntwerpen P+R Luchtbal, 2030 Antwerpen, BelgiumWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal from Antwerp city centre

Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal is 4 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus61, 62, X64, 70, X70, X71, 719, 72 · 15m · £3 · every ~20 min
X70, 72, 70, X71, 61, 62, X64, 719 · 17m · £3 · every ~20 min
Tram1 · 14m · £3 · every ~12 min
1 · 19m · £3 · every ~12 min

Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal bus station facilities and services

Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal. ATMs are available at Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal: The station is accessible to people with disabilities.

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