Bus Tickets from Ingolstadt to Essen

Compare 3 ways to go from Ingolstadt to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$62 - US$63Average Duration16h 20m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$61 - US$194Average Duration6h 2m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$40 - US$59Average Duration5h 20m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Ingolstadt to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
5h 20mAverage Duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ingolstadt to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$62
Average Bus Trip Duration16h 20m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure2:05pm
Distance433 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Ingolstadt to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ingolstadt - Essen

  1. How far is Ingolstadt from Essen?

    The distance between Ingolstadt and Essen is approximately 434 km (270 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Busbahnhof Ingolstadt Nord in Ingolstadt will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ingolstadt to Essen was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of US$83

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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