How much is the bus ticket from Zagreb to Essen?

The cheapest coach tickets from Zagreb to Essen start from £50. The average price for this route is around £93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Zagreb to Essen?

The average bus journey time from Zagreb to Essen is 20h, covering a distance of 564 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Zagreb to Essen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zagreb to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Zagreb to Essen at 08:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zagreb to Essen?

A bus journey from Zagreb to Essen produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Zagreb to Essen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Zagreb to Essen?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zagreb to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zagreb to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Zagreb to Essen from £63 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Zagreb to Essen on 7 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:10	Autobusni kolodvor	17h 40m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
	22:30	Autobusni kolodvor	23h 40m	22:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	19:10	Autobusni kolodvor	21h 52m	17:02	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Zagreb to Essen on 8 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:40	Autobusni kolodvor	19h 10m	11:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	19:10	Autobusni kolodvor	17h 40m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	08:35	Autobusni kolodvor	21h 30m	06:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:45	Autobusni kolodvor	22h 17m	09:02	HBF	No tags
	09:15	Autobusni kolodvor	21h 10m	06:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Zagreb to Essen on 9 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:40	Autobusni kolodvor	19h 10m	11:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
19:10	Autobusni kolodvor	17h 40m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
08:35	Autobusni kolodvor	21h 30m	06:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
09:15	Autobusni kolodvor	21h 10m	06:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
15:50	Autobusni kolodvor	20h	11:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Zagreb to Essen on 10 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:40	Autobusni kolodvor	19h 10m	11:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
19:10	Autobusni kolodvor	17h 40m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
08:35	Autobusni kolodvor	21h 30m	06:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
09:15	Autobusni kolodvor	21h 10m	06:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
10:45	Autobusni kolodvor	20h 40m	07:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zagreb to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 12 hours and with fares starting at just £80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

12hAverage duration

564 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£50 - £226	Average duration20h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£80 - £80	Average duration12h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zagreb and Essen?

Stops in Zagreb

A
Autobusni kolodvor
Avenija Marina Držića 4, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
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B
Glavni kolodor
Glavni kolodvor, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
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C
Zagreb
Kaptol ul. 3, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
D
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
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Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,955 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,357 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Zagreb to Essen

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Zagreb to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Zagreb to Essen start from £50. The average price for this route is around £93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zagreb to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Zagreb to Essen is 20h, covering a distance of 564 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zagreb to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zagreb to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Zagreb to Essen at 08:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zagreb to Essen?
A bus journey from Zagreb to Essen produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Zagreb to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Zagreb to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zagreb to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zagreb to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/01

No data

06/01

£86

Today

£72

08/01

£63

09/01

£66

10/01

£66

11/01

No data

12/01

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The cheapest trip from Zagreb to Essen was searched and found on 8 Jan 2026 with a price of £63

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

You can expect to pay from £63 to £105 for a bus ticket from Zagreb to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £63, which is on 2026-01-08.