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The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to Berlin

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$32

Average price

$41

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

5 h 18 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

454 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Essen to Berlin will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Essen for Berlin on Wed, Jul 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 454 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .

On Wed, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.

BlaBlaCar
03:00PM5h20
Essen
08:20PMBerlin
$321One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
02:30PM5h20
Essen
07:50PMBerlin
$341One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:50AM5h20
Essen
03:10PMBerlin
$451One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
05:00PM4h50
Essen
09:50PMBerlin
$461One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:20AM5h40
Essen
03:00PMBerlin
$461One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Essen to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €70.

Distance: 281 miles (453 km)

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Flight

€33

Average price

Cheapest

€49

Average price

€182

Average price

7h 22m

Average total duration

6h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 49m

Average total duration

4h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.4 - 2.7kg

CO2 emissions

BlaBlaCar

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Deutsche Bahn

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Eurowings

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Essen to Berlin bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday, July 8
Last updated at 1:59 PM
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Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
9h35
11:50 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
8h55
11:10 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
7h05
1:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
7h25
1:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
7h35
4:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
7h15
3:50 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, July 9
blablacar7:20 AM Essen
5h40
1:00 PM Berlin0 transfersDirect
blablacar7:50 AM Essen
5h20
1:10 PM Berlin0 transfersDirect
blablacar12:30 PM Essen
5h20
5:50 PM Berlin0 transfersDirect
blablacar1:00 PM Essen
5h20
6:20 PM Berlin0 transfersDirect

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ReviewsReviews for the bus trip from Essen to Berlin

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Pros
IconA stress-free journey
IconA simple booking
IconGreat prices
Cons
IconNo weaknesses for me
The journey by bus was uncomplicated and stress-free and is therefore really recommendable. Booking is quick online and there are always good prices, even if you book spontaneously. The ticket then arrives in digital form by email and is also presented digitally at the start of the journey. Everything is very efficient and fun. The journey is punctual and also quiet, as there is little foot traffic. Only when passengers use the toilet. The toilet was clean and did not smell unpleasant. There were no noisy or disturbing fellow passengers and thus a stress-free journey. Great service and value for money. Really recommendable.
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Cons
IconPrices
IconToilets
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When I went into the train, it stank a bit and also the toilets were not clean. There was toilet paper on the floor and the soap dispenser had run out. There were power sockets on the train, but no wifi or curtains to block out the sun. The floor was scratched. Nevertheless, the train left on time and arrived on time.
Pros
Icon1st class ticket
IconTrain was on time
IconComfortable
Cons
IconTrain was very full
IconReserved seats were not always well signposted
Today I would like to share a positive experience about the train journey from Essen to Berlin. The journey started in 1st class with a reserved seat. I liked the friendly service and the warm welcome from the staff. Particularly noteworthy were the comfortable seats and generous legroom; it was easy to lean back, work or sleep. At my seat, I had a small table that folded down, as well as power sockets and storage options. So I could work comfortably on my laptop. The toilets in the ICE were very clean and well maintained. A big plus. The most important thing was that the train was on time. The price-performance ratio is reasonable. I will travel 1st class again.
Pros
IconFast connection and good wifi
Cons
IconUnfortunately slightly late
I often travel on business and have travelled this route many times. Until 1 year ago, the wifi was extremely bad or the train couldn't be split in Hamm or or or. This time there was almost nothing to complain about. The internet only broke down once and the journey was quiet and, despite the summer temperatures outside, the train was well air-conditioned. Unfortunately, the train was still 15 minutes late. For the railway, that's almost on time, but I still missed my connecting train in Berlin, ICE is and always will be a gamble.
Pros
Iconmuch choice of food
IconCleanliness
Iconthe heaters were on
That was my outward journey. My train arrived on time. The wifi was very good and I had a socket at my seat to charge my mobile phone. The seats were very comfortable. The staff were very nice. The food was very tasty, you had a lot of choice of different dishes. The whole train was clean and so were the toilets. I can recommend this great trip.
Pros
IconSeat reservation works
Cons
IconSlight delay
Hardly any delays on departure, which was nice. There was a bit of a traffic jam on the journey and arrival was delayed by a few minutes. Otherwise everything was fine. Bus was not too full and not too cold this time. The driver was friendly and did his job well. I reserve my seat in advance and that worked well. No searching for a seat and therefore no stress. Apart from the delay, everything went well.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to Berlin

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Buses from Essen to Berlin run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by train.
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 $24 (€19)
Distance
281 miles (453 km)
Average bus duration
6h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€23)
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
6h 55m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:55
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 $24 (€19)

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar and FlixBus from Essen to Berlin

Find the best buses from Essen to Berlin with Omio's travel partners BlaBlaCar and FlixBus from $25 (€20). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Essen to Berlin bus information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 24 min
  • Cheapest Price: $25
  • FlixBus frequency: 3 a day

Bus Providers: FlixBus from Essen to Berlin

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U.S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
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.

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Popular bus stations from Essen to Berlin

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Berlin
The major bus 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 Berlin.
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
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The major bus station for arrivals in Berlin is Berlin, Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin, Hauptbahnhof for your trip to Berlin from Essen.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
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WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
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Distance to city center
2 km
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Car connection
Europaplatz
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's (in the station)
  • Vapiano (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Berlin, Hauptbahnhof
  • Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
carConnection
Car connection
Hildegard-Knef-Platz
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
  • Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Invalidenstraße
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
  • Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
9 km
carConnection
Car connection
Masurenallee
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
  • Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
  • Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
  • Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46

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