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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Essen
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
24 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 6 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Essen on Thu, Nov 13, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 30 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 train and bus for Düsseldorf to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 31 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€3 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Düsseldorf to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Essen buses for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50428 | 6:05 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0h40 | 6:45 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Essen
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Essen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 31 km distance in 40m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 21:00 |
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FAQs: Bus from Düsseldorf to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Essen by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Düsseldorf to Essen
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- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
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