The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Venlo
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Venlo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Venlo will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Essen for Venlo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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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Compare coach and train for Essen to Venlo
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Essen to Venlo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 59 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Venlo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Venlo coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 16:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h10 | 17:10 Venlo, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
FlixBus | 02:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h20 | 03:20 Venlo, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Essen to Venlo coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Venlo
Buses from Essen to Venlo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 59 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 59 km |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 17:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Essen to VenloYou can travel by bus between Essen to Venlo with FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Venlo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Venlo 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 Venlo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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