HUB hero image

How to Travel from

Bilbao to Essen

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

Bilbao
→
+0 →
Essen
Transport search to Essen
Simply select points
A and B, and we will create
a convenient route for you 👍
Spain Germany Bilbao Essen
Bilbao
→
+0 →
Essen
Building a composite car route
Simply select points
A and B, and we will create
a convenient route for you 👍
To build a composite route, click the "Add point" button.
You can also move and delete intermediate points.
Cheapest
Best Offer!
Car
13 h 19 min
1444 km.
from $79
Composite Route Car Only

Eight ways to Travel from Bilbao to Essen

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (1 444 km)
13 h 19 min
1444 km.
from $79
Fastest
Plane to Essen (Dusseldorf International Airport)
Select a ticket
Other
Rideshare
13 h 19 min
1444 km.
from $18.83
Bus, Plane
7 h 45 min
1175 km.
from $130.98
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 35 min
1175 km.
from $367.93
Bus, Train (Bus)
24 h 4 min
1175 km.
from $131.59
Train
18 h 37 min
1176 km.
from $528.48
Bus
26 h 20 min
1176 km.
from $219.48

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$215.18

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$506.31

Air France

Website:
airfrance.com
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$1,139.20

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$531.63
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
5h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$569.60

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$556.94

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$316.44
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$60.76–$265.81

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.33–$9.49

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Essen
Ave. Duration:
24h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.24–$202.52

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Luxembourg
Ave. Duration:
18h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$139.24
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

Autobuses La Union

Phone:
+34 94 476 50 07
Website:
autobuseslaunion.com/en
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.96–$8.86

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Hendaye to Bordeaux
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from St Jean De Luz Ciboure to Paris
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$240.50
Train from Hendaye to Bordeaux
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$53.16–$101.26
Train from Bordeaux St Jean to Mannheim
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$215.18–$341.76

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Paris Nord to Essen
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$151.89–$303.79

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$37.97
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$69.62–$82.28

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Luxembourg Railways (CFL)

Phone:
+352 24 89 24 89
Website:
cfl.lu/fr-fr
Train from Luxembourg to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.71

Euskotren

Phone:
+34 944 333 333
Website:
euskotren.eus/eu
Train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostia
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Essen is to fly and train which costs $54.35 - $250 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Essen is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $70.65 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Essen central train station via Vitoria-Gasteiz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Essen. However, there are services departing from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and arriving at Essen Hbf via Amara-Donostia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 37m.

Is there a direct flight between Bilbao and Essen?

Yes, there are direct flights between Bilbao and Essen; these take 2h and cost $59.78 - $173.91 .

How far is it from Bilbao to Essen?

The distance between Bilbao and Essen is 1195 km. The road distance is 1442.8 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Essen without a car is to bus and train via Paris which takes 13h 35m and costs $260.87 - $500 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Bilbao to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Essen bus from?

Bilbao to Essen bus services, operated by Autobuses La Union, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Essen train from?

Bilbao to Essen train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Essen?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Essen is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $70.65 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $293.48 - $467.39 and takes 18h 37m, you could also bus, which costs $119.57 - $195.65 and takes 26h 20m.

Where does the Bilbao to Essen bus arrive?

Bilbao to Essen bus services, operated by Autobuses La Union, arrive at Vitoria-Gasteiz station.

Where does the Bilbao to Essen train arrive?

Bilbao to Essen train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Amara-Donostia station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Essen is 1443 km. It takes approximately 13h 21m to drive from Bilbao to Essen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to Essen?

Book your Bilbao to Essen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
→
+0 →
Transport search
Transport search