Cologne to Essen, NW Bus

Transport
Date Tomorrow
Return + Return
Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from $4.50
  • Average duration 1h 53m
  • Connections per day 32
  • Distance 58 km
  • CO₂ per person 5 kg

bus from Cologne to Essen, NW

The journey from Cologne to Essen, NW is about 58 km. On average a bus trip takes 1h 53m with 32 connections per day.

Lowest price $4.50
Trip duration 1h 53m
Connections per day 32
Lowest price $4.50
Highest price $8.43
First departure 04:45 AM
Last departure 11:15 PM
Distance 58 km
Departure Cologne
Arrival Essen, NW
Travel operator Flixbus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Find the best price
BlaBlaCar Bus4.06 kg CO₂
17:50CGN Airport
1h 55m
19:45Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
$6.19
direct
Flixbus4.06 kg CO₂
20:40Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 55m
22:35Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
$6.74
direct
Flixbus4.06 kg CO₂
05:05Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 45m
06:50Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
$6.74
direct

Next departures from Cologne to Essen, NW

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

FlixBus $7.30
04:45 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 40m · direct
06:25 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $8.43
04:45 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 40m · direct
06:25 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $6.74
05:05 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h · direct
07:05 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $7.86
05:05 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h · direct
07:05 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
BlaBlaCar Bus $5.62
06:40 Cologne/Bonn Airport
2h · direct
08:40 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
BlaBlaCar Bus $4.50
06:40 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h · direct
08:40 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $7.30
08:25 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 40m · direct
10:05 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $8.43
08:25 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 40m · direct
10:05 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $6.74
10:50 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h · direct
12:50 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $7.86
10:50 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h · direct
12:50 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $6.74
15:45 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 55m · direct
17:40 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $7.86
15:45 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 55m · direct
17:40 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $8.43
17:30 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h 20m · direct
19:50 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $7.30
17:30 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h 20m · direct
19:50 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $8.43
17:45 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h 15m · direct
20:00 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $7.30
17:45 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h 15m · direct
20:00 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
BlaBlaCar Bus $5.62
17:50 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 55m · direct
19:45 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
BlaBlaCar Bus $6.75
17:50 Cologne/Bonn Airport
1h 55m · direct
19:45 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $8.43
18:20 Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
1h 40m · direct
20:00 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $7.30
18:20 Leverkusen - Mitte
1h 40m · direct
20:00 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $6.74
20:35 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 35m · direct
22:10 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $7.86
20:35 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 35m · direct
22:10 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $6.17
20:40 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 55m · direct
22:35 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $7.30
20:40 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 55m · direct
22:35 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $7.86
21:40 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h · direct
23:40 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $8.99
21:40 Cologne Bonn Airport
2h · direct
23:40 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $8.43
22:30 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 25m · direct
23:55 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
FlixBus $7.30
22:30 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 25m · direct
23:55 Hauptbahnhof, Essen (Ruhr)
FlixBus $7.86
23:15 Cologne Bonn Airport
1h 45m · direct
01:00 Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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Carriers on this route

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BlaBlaCar Bus is a long-distance bus service available in multiple countries, including France, Germany, and the Benelux region. It is a subsidiary of BlaBlaCar, a carpooling platform.BlaBlaCar.The company operates buses to and from stations such as Paris Bercy Seine, Rotterdam CS Bus Station, Sloterdijk Bus Station, Brussels Midi West Train, Milan, Barcelona North Bus Station, Charles de Gaulle Airport 3, Annecy Train, Stuttgart Airport, and Victoria Bus Station.

FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is provided on BlaBlaCar buses. Download music, movies, and other entertainment materials before your trip, as connections may be weak in rural areas. 

Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on and two checked bags for free on BlaBlaCar Bus, with checked bags under 23 kg and labeled with your name, phone number, and address. Up to four bicycles (one per ticket) can be booked in advance.

Accessibility

BlaBlaCar buses accommodate passengers with reduced mobility. Notify the company when booking to arrange any necessary assistance.

Food and drink

You may bring and eat cold food and drinks, such as sandwiches and bottled water, on the BlaBlaCar buses. However, hot food is not allowed for the comfort and safety of all passengers.

Bicycle

Bicycles are allowed in the hold as one piece of luggage on BlaBlaCar Bus if they are foldable and placed in a protective cover (max. dimensions: 200cm, max. weight: 23kg), while e-bikes and electric scooters are not permitted.

Power sockets

Each seat has an outlet for charging. Look for the socket symbol or ask the driver for more outlets.

Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 4.06kg
bus 4.35kg
flight 11.6kg
carpool 9.28kg

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