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Next departures for Essen to Munich on September 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Essen
ZOB HackerbrückeCheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Munich

Bus
Average PriceUS$31 - US$180Average Duration13h 35m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$24 - US$205Average Duration6h 29m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$38 - US$72Average Duration6h 30m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Munich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
6h 30mAverage Duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Munich: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$62
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:30am
Distance485 km
Latest bus departure9:00pm

Essen to Munich Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Essen to Munich, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Munich

  1. What is the travel distance from Essen to Munich?

    The distance between Essen and Munich is around 493 km (306 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Munich?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen, and end it at Munich Airport, in Munich.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-16
US$32
09-17
US$34
Today
US$127
09-19
US$120
09-20
US$173
09-21
US$84
09-22
US$27
09-23
US$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Munich was searched and found on Sep 23, 2025 with a price of US$25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Munich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$173 for a bus ticket from Essen to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25 which is on 2025-09-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Munich.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Essen to Munich, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Essen to Munich that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Essen to Munich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Munich to Essen

You can also go to Munich by train

Train from Essen to Munich

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