Bus Tickets from Vienna to Essen

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from US$59
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Next departures to Essen

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 2 at
    Departure city: Vienna
    Departure location: Erdberg
    Arrival time: June 3 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 2 at
    Departure city: Vienna
    Departure location: Erdberg
    Arrival time: June 3 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 2 at
    Departure city: Vienna
    Departure location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    Arrival time: June 3 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 2 at
    Departure city: Vienna
    Departure location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    Arrival time: June 3 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 2 at
    Departure city: Vienna
    Departure location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    Arrival time: June 3 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$59 - US$199Average Duration17h 51m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average PriceUS$74 - US$294Average Duration9h 10m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$68 - US$73Average Duration10h
32kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Vienna to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
10hAverage Duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Vienna to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$71
Average Bus Trip Duration17h 51m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure2:40am
Distance763 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Vienna to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Vienna - Essen

  1. How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Essen?

    The trip from Vienna to Essen will take on average 17h 51m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Essen in about 15h 7m.

  2. How far is Vienna from Essen?

    Vienna and Essen are 762 km (473 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Vienna to Essen?

    Buses departing from Vienna Airport in Vienna will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Essen?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Essen from Vienna; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at US$59, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Vienna to Essen?

    The bus from Vienna to Essen will cost you US$71, on average.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Essen was searched and found on Jun 2, 2025 with a price of US$55

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

You can expect to pay from US$55 to US$61 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$55 which is on 2025-06-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Vienna to Essen will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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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.

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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