Next available departures

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin	6:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	4h 58m	11:19pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin	6:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	4h 58m	11:19pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:05pm	HBF	10h 10m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin	6:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	4h 58m	11:19pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin	1:19pm	Essen Central Train Station	4h 37m	5:56pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Fastest
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 55m	11:16am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:05pm	HBF	10h 10m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Berlin	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 55m	11:16am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 10m	12:15am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:05pm	HBF	10h 10m	11:15pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	8h 51m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 10m	12:15am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	8h 51m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 55m	1:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
	8:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 5m	3:10am	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on July 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 10m	12:15am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 55m	5:30am	Wannsee	Fastest
	1:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	9:35pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
National Express + WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr	8:29pm	Essen Central Train Station	11h 33m	8:02am	Berlin Hbf Train Station	No tags
	3:05pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	11:25pm	ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:04pm	HBF	8h 51m	1:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
National Express + WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr	8:29pm	Essen Central Train Station	11h 33m	8:02am	Berlin Hbf Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

45train per day

4h 17mAverage Duration

281 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $144	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $275	Average Duration4h 17m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Essen and Berlin

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Berlin

A
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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D
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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E
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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FlixBus

3.5/513,067 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Berlin by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Berlin start from $24. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Berlin?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Berlin is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 279 miles (450 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Berlin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Berlin?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Berlin at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Berlin?
A bus trip from Essen to Berlin generates an estimated 11.247875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/22

$43

07/23

$43

Today

$45

07/25

$45

07/26

$31

07/27

$37

07/28

$37

07/29

$37

The cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on Jul 26, 2026 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Berlin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $101 for a bus ticket from Essen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-07-26.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Berlin?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 20m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 17m	Avg Price$68	Daily Departures45
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 20m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures20