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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Düsseldorf
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
35 m
Buses on 05 Sept
2
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 buses from Essen to Düsseldorf, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 35 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.
5044921:000h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)21:35Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf£31One-way0 changes- 504299:550h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)10:30Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf£31One-way0 changes
- 5044921:000h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)21:35Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf£31One-way0 changes
- 504299:550h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)10:30Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Essen to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 31 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Düsseldorf is a coach with an average price of £3.
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Düsseldorf:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Düsseldorf costing on average £5.
The fastest way to travel from Essen to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 27m.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Coach takes on average 35m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Essen and Düsseldorf including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (35m by bus vs 43m by car) and save roughly £2 compared to fuel and tolls (£3 vs £5). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Essen to Düsseldorf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Düsseldorf coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 50429 | 9:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0h35 | 10:30 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50449 | 21:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0h35 | 21:35 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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BlaBlaCar Bus as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Essen to Düsseldorf.
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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 Essen to Düsseldorf.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Essen to Düsseldorf.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Essen to Düsseldorf.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Düsseldorf
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Buses from Essen to Düsseldorf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:55, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 35m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £3
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 6:55 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £3
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Essen to DüsseldorfYou can travel by bus between Essen to Düsseldorf with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £3. 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 FlixBus Duration
35m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
11 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 BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
35m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£3
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
5 a day
Complete guide to Düsseldorf
Things to do in Düsseldorf
Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
- Must visit
K20 Grabbeplatz
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
- Recommended
K21 Ständehaus
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
- Must visit
Altstadt
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
- Must visit
Rheinuferpromenade
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
- Must visit
Königsallee
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Halve Hahn
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Himmel un Ääd
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Rheinischer Sauerbraten
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Füchschen
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Uerige
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Schumacher
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
Rheinbahn App
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.60
- Day pass
- €9.70
To the city centre
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf -> Konrad-Adenauer-Platz, Düsseldorf
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Buy tickets in the Rheinbahn App before boarding where possible. The app is the official source for journey planning and mobile tickets across Düsseldorf and the VRR area.
- Contactless bank card payment may be available at some ticket machines, but do not assume onboard card payment on every bus or tram. Use the Rheinbahn App for the most reliable cashless purchase.
FAQs: Essen to Düsseldorf coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Essen to Düsseldorf can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Essen to Düsseldorf is £3; 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 Essen to Düsseldorf is 35m to travel the 31 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 Essen to Düsseldorf leaves at 6:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Essen to Düsseldorf leaves at 21:00.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Essen to Düsseldorf with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Essen to Düsseldorf, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Düsseldorf. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Essen and Düsseldorf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Düsseldorf from Essen is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Essen to Düsseldorf is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Essen and Düsseldorf including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Essen to Düsseldorf:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Essen to Düsseldorf for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
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 Essen to Düsseldorf.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf:
- 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 Essen to Düsseldorf:
- 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 Essen to Düsseldorf. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Essen to Düsseldorf with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Essen to Düsseldorf with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Essen to Düsseldorf with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Düsseldorf
Most Essen to Düsseldorf buses use the Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Düsseldorf bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Essen
Arrival bus stations in Düsseldorf
Which Essen station do buses to Düsseldorf leave from?
Buses from Essen to Düsseldorf leave from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). The station is 1 km from Essen city centre at Essen Hbf, 45127 Essen, Germany.
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)Essen Hbf, 45127 Essen, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) from Essen city centre
BusNe12, Ne11, Ne2, Ne1, 196, 166, 155, 154, 146, 145 · 7m · every ~50 min
Tram109, 108, 107, 105, 103, 101 · 2m · every ~46 min
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) bus station facilities and services
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines available inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof): Wheelchair accessible routes and facilities available.
Which Düsseldorf station do buses from Essen arrive at?
Buses from Essen to Düsseldorf arrive at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf. Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am HbfWorringer Strasse 140, 40210 Dusseldorf, Germany
City-centre transport
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:
BusNe7 · 7m · £3
Tram706, U83, U73, U72, U71 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
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.
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