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195

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From 4,98 €

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Frequently asked questions

With FlixBus, you can easily reach 281 destinations from Essen, including Berlin, Hamburg, Amsterdam.
Buses are one of the most convenient ways to travel and FlixBus is among the cheapest to get to Essen! Depending on where you are travelling from, getting to Essen with FlixBus can cost as little as 2,98 €!
We offer several payment methods for purchasing your ticket to Essen. You can choose among card payment, PayPal, Google Pay and many more. Once in the payment section, you will be able to see all the available options and pick your preferred one. If you are having difficulties with payment, check out our help page about payments. If you buy your bus ticket onboard or at a sales point you are also given the option to pay cash.
You can reserve a seat on your journey to Essen during the booking process. Subject to availability, you can choose your seat from a number of categories, including panorama seats - for a better view during your trip, table seats - for more comfort and bed seats- ideal for a restful journey. Check out our seat reservation price list for more information.
Using your FlixBus ticket to go to Essen is easy! If you book online, you receive a PDF booking confirmation via e-mail containing a QR code which serves as your bus ticket. If you book through the FlixBus App instead, your ticket is automatically stored there. In both cases, no need to print the ticket: simply show it digitally to the driver and you are ready to board the bus, sit back and relax.
There are 3 bus stops in Essen. You can find their locations on the map on this page.

Looking for bus tickets from or to Essen?

Look no further, we’ve got all the details you need to plan your bus trip from or to Essen! You can catch the FlixBus at Essen central train station (Freiheit). Departing from or traveling to Essen can cost as little as 4,98 €. You have various options to organize your bus trip as Essen is connected to 190 destinations with FlixBus. When you travel with FlixBus you're guaranteed a comfortable seat and complimentary access to our Wi-Fi throughout your journey. Stay connected and entertained while we take you to your destination!
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