Bus Essen to Amsterdam: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Essen to Amsterdam

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Essen to Amsterdam from various bus operators like BlaBlaCar Bus for the next days.

today

$27

tomorrow

$32

Monday

$38

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

$27

Friday

$27

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	7h 45m	7:50 AM	Essen	Central Station	3:35 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$27	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/25/2026 7:50:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/25/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Amsterdam via Dusseldorf, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  10h 30m
  
  0
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  9:35 PM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $3
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 9:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2026 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
- FlixBus
  
  2h 50m
  
  0
  
  4:40 AM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Amsterdam
  Sloterdijk Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 7/27/2026 4:40:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	7h 45m	7:50 AM	Essen	Central Station	3:35 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$32	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 7:50:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
	BlaBlaCar Bus	10h 15m	9:55 AM	Essen	Central Station	8:10 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$39	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 9:55:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Amsterdam via Dusseldorf, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  11h 35m
  
  0
  
  9:55 AM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $3
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/27/2026 9:55:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 10m
  
  0
  
  6:20 PM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  9:30 PM
  
  Amsterdam
  Sloterdijk Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 7/27/2026 6:20:00 PM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	10h 15m	9:55 AM	Essen	Central Station	8:10 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$38	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/27/2026 9:55:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
	BlaBlaCar Bus	7h 45m	7:50 AM	Essen	Central Station	3:35 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$48	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/27/2026 7:50:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/27/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Amsterdam via Dusseldorf, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  10h 15m
  
  0
  
  9:55 AM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $3
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/28/2026 9:55:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 45m
  
  0
  
  4:25 PM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  8:10 PM
  
  Amsterdam
  Sloterdijk Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 7/28/2026 4:25:00 PM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	7h 45m	7:50 AM	Essen	Central Station	3:35 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$27	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 7:50:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
	BlaBlaCar Bus	10h 15m	9:55 AM	Essen	Central Station	8:10 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$30	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 9:55:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Amsterdam via Dusseldorf, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  11h 35m
  
  0
  
  9:55 AM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $3
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/29/2026 9:55:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 10m
  
  0
  
  6:20 PM
  
  Dusseldorf
  Central Bus Station
  
  9:30 PM
  
  Amsterdam
  Sloterdijk Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 7/29/2026 6:20:00 PM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	7h 45m	7:50 AM	Essen	Central Station	3:35 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station		Economy	$27	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/31/2026 7:50:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/31/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Amsterdam via Bochum, you can save more than $8? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  Save more than 30%
  
  3h 40m
  
  Essen
  
  9 mi
  
  6:40 AM
  
  Bochum
  Central Station
  
  10:20 AM
  
  Amsterdam
  Sloterdijk Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Bochum (Germany) at 7/31/2026 6:40:00 AM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Amsterdam via Nijmegen, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  3h 30m
  
  0
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  7:30 PM
  
  Nijmegen
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $11
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 8/1/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:35 PM
  
  Nijmegen
  Central Station
  
  9:30 PM
  
  Amsterdam
  Sloterdijk Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $11
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) at 8/1/2026 7:35:00 PM to Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Travel Time is 4h 15m shorter, and you will save $5

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The cheapest bus for the 8/13/2026 costs just $20, from BlaBlaCar Bus

Facts about the bus from Essen to Amsterdam

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Cheapest Bus	$20
Fastest Bus	7h 45m
Earliest Bus	7:50 AM
Latest Bus	7:50 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	110.2 miles
Bus Companies	BlaBlaCar Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Essen to Amsterdam

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Essen for Amsterdam: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$27

Sunday 07/26

$36

Monday 07/27

$38

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$27

Friday 07/31

$27

Saturday 08/01

$48

Sunday 08/02

$30

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$27

Friday 08/07

$30

Saturday 08/08

$27

Sunday 08/09

$30

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

$20

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

How to save money travelling from Essen to Amsterdam

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Essen to Amsterdam in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Essen to Amsterdam, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Essen to Amsterdam are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Essen and Amsterdam

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Essen and Amsterdam.

Freiheit Bus Stop

Rathaus Bus Stop

Am Porschepl.

Central Bus Station

Süd Bus Station

Am Grugapark

Bredeney Bus Stop

Museumplein Bus Stop

Leidseplein Bus Stop

Marnixstraat 1016

Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop

Prins Hendrikkade 108

Amstelstation Bus Stop

Amstelstation Amstelstation

Elandsgracht Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

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Service and Comfort on the bus from Essen to Amsterdam

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Essen to Amsterdam? Or which bus companies serve the route Essen to Amsterdam? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Essen to Amsterdam bus

How much does a Essen Amsterdam bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 7h 45m to reach Amsterdam. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Essen to Amsterdam?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $48. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Amsterdam.

On average, how many connections are available from Essen to Amsterdam each day?

Every day, the Essen to Amsterdam bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Essen to Amsterdam take?

The fastest bus from Essen to Amsterdam is offered by BlaBlaCar Bus and takes 7h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $27. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Essen to Amsterdam?

The earliest bus arriving in Amsterdam from Essen starts at 7:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Essen to Amsterdam?

The latest bus trip departing from Essen for Amsterdam starts at 7:50 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Essen Amsterdam route?

When traveling by bus from Essen to Amsterdam, passengers can travel with BlaBlaCar Bus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Amsterdam?

You can check all the direct connections between Essen and Amsterdam by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: BlaBlaCar Bus.

What can I take with me on the Essen to Amsterdam bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Essen Amsterdam bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Essen Amsterdam bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Essen to Amsterdam on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Essen to Amsterdam

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Essen and to Amsterdam

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Essen and to Amsterdam. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!