4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Amsterdam will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 9 buses that leave Essen for Amsterdam every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Essen to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £247.
Distance: 178 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £380 Average Price |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Amsterdam coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 06:05 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 3h10 | 09:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:05 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 3h20 | 11:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:05 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 3h00 | 11:05 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
 50429 · 1667 | 08:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 13h30 | 22:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h35 | 15:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 3h20 | 15:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 2h55 | 14:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 3h30 | 20:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 3h10 | 20:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
| FlixBus | 02:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 5h20 | 07:20 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 02:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 5h45 | 07:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Amsterdam
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Buses from Essen to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Essen to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Essen to Amsterdam with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Amsterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Amsterdam
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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