Essen to Antwerp bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Antwerp

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

5 h 21 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

183 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Essen to Antwerp will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Essen for Antwerp every day 4 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 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.

FlixBus
01:004h45
Essen
05:45Antwerp
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
10:003h20
Essen
13:20Antwerp
£201One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
10:555h10
Essen
16:05Antwerp
£201One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
16:158h10
Essen
00:25Antwerp
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Essen to Antwerp

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Essen to Antwerp 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 train which can get you there in 3h 17m. 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 £282.

Distance: 183 km

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Flight

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£59

Average Price

£296

Average Price

4h 52m

Average total duration

4h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 41m

Average total duration

4h 41m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Essen to Antwerp bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus10:00 Essen
3h20
13:20 Antwerp0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus10:55 Essen
3h50
14:45 Antwerp0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus19:40 Essen
8h25
04:05 Antwerp0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
meinfernbus_flixbus01:00 Essen
4h45
05:45 Antwerp0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to Antwerp

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Buses from Essen to Antwerp run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
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 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
3h 20m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
23:40
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 from Essen to AntwerpYou can travel by bus between Essen to Antwerp with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £10. 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 20m
Cheapest Price
£12
FlixBus frequency
2 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
7h 55m
Cheapest Price
£20
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 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
3 a day

FAQs: Essen to Antwerp coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Essen to Antwerp with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Antwerp.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Essen to Antwerp can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Essen to Antwerp is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Essen to Antwerp coach travel time is 3 h 20 min   for the 113 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Essen to Antwerp leaves at 02: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Essen to Antwerp leaves at 21: 35.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Essen to Antwerp without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 2 direct coaches from Essen to Antwerp each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Essen to Antwerp, you can count on BlaBlaCar, FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Antwerp. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Essen to Antwerp and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Antwerp from Essen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Essen to Antwerp by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel from Essen to Antwerp 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Essen to Antwerp has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Essen to Antwerp.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Essen to Antwerp.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Essen to Antwerp.
    No, luggage for the coach from Essen to Antwerp needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Essen to Antwerp.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Essen to Antwerp.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Essen to Antwerp.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Essen to Antwerp.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Antwerp

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    The major coach station for departures in Essen is Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) for your trip from Essen to Antwerp.
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