5042819:050h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf19:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£31One-way0 changes
504487:550h45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf8:40Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£41One-way0 changes
5045818:150h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf18:55Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£41One-way0 changes
5042819:050h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf19:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£31One-way0 changes
5045818:150h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf18:55Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£41One-way0 changes
504487:550h45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf8:40Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Düsseldorf to Essen
The cheapest option from Düsseldorf to Essen is coach, with an average price of £3. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Essen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.
Distance: 31 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest option | £9 Average Price |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest option 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Essen coaches for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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50458 | 18:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0h40 | 18:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
50428 | 19:05 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0h40 | 19:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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50448 | 7:55 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0h45 | 8:40 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Düsseldorf to Essen coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Düsseldorf to Essen.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Essen
Typically, there are 6 buses per day from Düsseldorf to Essen, including 6 direct buses, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:55, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 40m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 35m |
Lowest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 7:55 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Düsseldorf to EssenYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Essen with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Essen
Most Düsseldorf to Essen buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Essen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do buses to Essen leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) from Essen city centre
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