Rotterdam to Essen

Rotterdam to Essen

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Rotterdam to Essen Schedule

Rotterdam to Essen Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlixBus Economy 00:20 - 04:00€ 24.99
FlixBus Economy 05:20 - 08:30€ 19.99
Transavia Economy 07:00 - 17:25€ 321.30
FlixBus Economy 09:20 - 13:15€ 14.99
Transavia Economy 16:55 - 21:55€ 233.58
FlixBus Economy 23:50 - 04:00€ 14.99

Transportation from Rotterdam to Essen

Facts about the transport from Rotterdam to Essen

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport3h 10m
Earliest Departure12:20 AM
Latest Departure11:50 PM
Departures per day4
Distance226 kilometers
Transport CompaniesEurowings, FlixBus, Flixtrain, Transavia, Vueling

How to get from Rotterdam to Essen

When you want to get from Rotterdam to Essen, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 249.99. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+train as a bus+train ticket costs as low as USD 27.81.

How far is Rotterdam from Essen?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Rotterdam to Essen. Your trip will be a total of 141 miles (226 km). The flying distance is 178 miles (286 km).

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Essen?

The travel time from Rotterdam to Essen can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 29 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Rotterdam to Essen?

The cost of the trip from Rotterdam to Essen varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus, Flixtrain: travelling by bus+train expect to pay as low as USD 27.81 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 249.99.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Rotterdam to Essen:

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.05 to USD 32.11;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 27.83. From Rotterdam to Essen starting from 05:20 Rotterdam CS Bus Station until 05:20 Rotterdam CS Bus Station
  • flight price: USD 175.52 - USD 250.44. From Rotterdam to Essen starting from 16:55 Rotterdam Airport until 16:55 Rotterdam Airport

How many trips per day are there between Rotterdam and Essen?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 3 by flight from Rotterdam to Essen starting from 16:55 Rotterdam Airport until 16:55 Rotterdam Airport
  • 1 by Bus+Train from Rotterdam to Essen starting from 05:20 Rotterdam CS Bus Station until 05:20 Rotterdam CS Bus Station

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Rotterdam to Essen is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Rotterdam to Essen

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Rotterdam to Essen? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.