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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
28 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 7 buses that leave Essen for Düsseldorf on Sun, Dec 07, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. 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 €3.
Distance: 31 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€3 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m 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.
Live departures
Essen to Düsseldorf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Düsseldorf buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50429 | 8:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0h35 | 9:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 50449 | 8:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0h35 | 8:35 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 31 km distance in 35m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 23:20 |
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FAQs: Bus from Essen to Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Essen to Düsseldorf
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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