Essen to Rotterdam bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to Rotterdam

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€19
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€28
Fastest journey on Nov 02
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
3 h 59 m
Buses on Nov 02
7
Distance
182 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Essen to Rotterdam will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.

Fast buses

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 7 buses from Essen to Rotterdam, including 5 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to Rotterdam

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Buses from Essen to Rotterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 182 km distance in 3h 10m.

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
Distance
182 km
Average bus duration
5h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 10m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Frequently asked questions about your Essen to Rotterdam trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Essen to Rotterdam.

Cheap coach tickets from Essen to Rotterdam can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Essen to Rotterdam is €29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Essen to Rotterdam leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Essen to Rotterdam leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Essen to Rotterdam with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Essen to Rotterdam bus times

The table below shows live departures for Essen to Rotterdam buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
4h10
7:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
3h45
6:45 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
4h55
11:50 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus51122 · 16637:50 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
11h05
6:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)1 transfer
BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 831349:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
12h25
10:20 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus11:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
3h10
3:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
3h55
8:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Essen to Rotterdam buses with Omio?

FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus offer buses services from Essen to Rotterdam.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Essen to Rotterdam.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Essen to Rotterdam.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Essen to Rotterdam.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Essen to Rotterdam.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Essen to Rotterdam.

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Essen to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Essen to Rotterdam with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €12. 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
3h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€12
FlixBus frequency
4 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.
Learn more about FlixBus

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
7h 45m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
€24
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 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.
Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Essen and Rotterdam

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Essen to Rotterdam, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Rotterdam. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Essen and Rotterdam and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Essen to Rotterdam:
  • 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 Rotterdam for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Essen to Rotterdam 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Essen to Rotterdam.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Essen to Rotterdam:
  • 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 Rotterdam:
  • 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 Rotterdam. 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 Rotterdam with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Essen to Rotterdam with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Essen to Rotterdam with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

FAQs: Bus from Essen to Rotterdam

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Essen and Rotterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Essen to Rotterdam

Most Essen to Rotterdam buses use the Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) to Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. Use this guide to compare Essen and Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam

Which Essen station do buses to Rotterdam leave from?

Buses from Essen to Rotterdam 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, GermanyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
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.

Bus stations for Essen to Rotterdam

Check bus stations information for Essen and Rotterdam, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Essen , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) . When arriving in Rotterdam , you can end your trip in coach stations like Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), Rotterdam, Zuidplein .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), located 1 away from the city centre.

Most popular bus connections from Essen

Bus Essen - Amsterdam

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