Bus Tickets from Hanover to Essen

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from US$20
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from US$16
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from US$17

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Hanover
    Departure location: Hannover ZOB
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Hanover
    Departure location: Hannover ZOB
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Hanover
    Departure location: Hannover ZOB
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Hanover
    Departure location: Hannover ZOB
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Hanover
    Departure location: Hannover ZOB
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Hanover to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$15 - US$29Average Duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$10 - US$94Average Duration2h 15m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$14 - US$29Average Duration2h 30m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Hanover to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
US$14Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Hanover to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$20
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 45m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure3:15am
Distance214 km
Latest bus departure4:20pm

Hanover to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Hanover - Essen

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

    The distance between Hanover and Essen is approximately 214 km (133 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Hannover ZOB in Hanover will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

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

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08-30
US$13
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US$16
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US$13
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US$12
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US$12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hanover to Essen was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$12

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

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$26 for a bus ticket from Hanover to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12 which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Hanover to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Hanover to Essen.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Hanover to Essen?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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