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11/17/2025
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Bielefeld to Essen, NW by bus

The journey from Bielefeld to Essen, NW by bus is 76.39 mi and takes 2 hr 38 min. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:55 PM and the last at 5:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Bielefeld to Essen, NW by bus for as little as $11.59 or as much as $22.16. The best price for this journey is $11.59.

Lowest Price $11.59
Journey Duration 2 hr 38 min
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price $11.59
Highest Price $22.16
First Departure 2:55 PM
Last Departure 5:30 PM
Distance 76.39 mi
Departure Bielefeld
Arrival Essen, NW
Carriers FlixTrain, FlixBus

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Bielefeld to Essen, NW

The cheapest Bielefeld - Essen, NW bus tickets can be found for as low as $10.44 if you’re lucky, or $15.32 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $24.34.

Find the best day to travel to Essen, NW by bus

When travelling to Essen, NW by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixTrain and FlixBus from Bielefeld to Essen, NW
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Bielefeld to Essen, NW CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
8.61kg
Bus
9.22kg
Flight
24.59kg
Car
19.67kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Bielefeld to Essen, NW?
A bus ticket from Bielefeld to Essen, NW is $15.13. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $11.59.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Bielefeld to Essen, NW?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Bielefeld to Essen, NW is $11.59. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Bielefeld and Essen, NW by bus?
Bielefeld to Essen, NW is 76.39 mi.
How long does the bus between Bielefeld and Essen, NW take?
Bielefeld to Essen, NW is on average 2 hr 38 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hr 10 min.
Which companies operate from Bielefeld to Essen, NW?
The bus journey from Bielefeld to Essen, NW is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixTrain and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Bielefeld to Essen, NW?
Bielefeld to Essen, NW has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Bielefeld to Essen, NW leave?
The earliest bus from Bielefeld to Essen, NW departs at 2:55 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Bielefeld to Essen, NW depart?
The latest bus from Bielefeld to Essen, NW departs at 5:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Bielefeld to Essen, NW in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $11.59 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Bielefeld to Essen, NW?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Bielefeld to go to Essen, NW.
What's the fastest journey time between Bielefeld to Essen, NW by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Bielefeld and Essen, NW is 2 hr 10 min.
Is there a direct bus from Bielefeld to Essen, NW?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Bielefeld and Essen, NW.
What are the CO2 emissions for Bielefeld to Essen, NW by bus?
The bus journey from Bielefeld to Essen, NW creates 9.22kg of CO2 emissions.

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