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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Berlin
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
454 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Berlin will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $41.
Of the 15 buses that leave Essen for Berlin every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 454 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
4:00 PM4h50Essen8:50 PMBerlin$411One-way0 changes- 5:00 PM6h00Essen11:00 PMBerlin$451One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:05 PM8h30Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)9:35 PMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)$471One-way0 changes- FlixBus8:05 PM7h05Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)3:10 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)$471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:05 PM7h25Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)3:30 AMBerlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz$471One-way0 changes
- 4:00 PM4h50Essen8:50 PMBerlin$411One-way0 changes
- 6:00 PM5h30Essen11:30 PMBerlin$491One-way0 changes
- 8:00 AM5h30Essen1:30 PMBerlin$491One-way0 changes
- 5:00 PM6h00Essen11:00 PMBerlin$451One-way0 changes
- 5:00 AM6h20Essen11:20 AMBerlin$571One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 coach costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 454 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average Price Cheapest | $64 Average Price | $238 Average Price |
6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Berlin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Berlin coaches for today, Sunday, 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:05 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h30 | 7:35 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h45 | 9:50 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:05 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h20 | 9:25 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:15 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h35 | 11:50 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:15 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h55 | 11:10 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h05 | 1:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h25 | 1:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h35 | 4:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h55 | 3:30 AM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h15 | 3:50 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 5h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $18 by train.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 454 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 454 km |
Average bus duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Essen to BerlinYou can travel by bus between Essen to Berlin with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Berlin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Berlin
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
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