How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Oberstdorf?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Oberstdorf start at R 890. The average price for this route is around R 1 026. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Essen to Oberstdorf?

The average bus journey time from Essen to Oberstdorf is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 508 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Oberstdorf route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Oberstdorf at 10:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

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

A bus trip from Essen to Oberstdorf produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Essen to Oberstdorf from R 829 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Oberstdorf on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h 20m	06:45	Oberstdorf	No tags
Bus	20:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	20h	16:30	Oberstdorf	No tags
Bus	13:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h 30m	06:45	Oberstdorf	No tags
Bus	18:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	22h 15m	16:30	Oberstdorf	No tags
Bus	13:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h 30m	06:45	Oberstdorf	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Oberstdorf

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Oberstdorf. The journey takes about 6 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just R 988, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 12mAverage duration

508 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 890 - R 1 886	Average duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 988 - R 2 084	Average duration6h 12m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12163 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 890

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Oberstdorf by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Oberstdorf?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Oberstdorf start at R 890. The average price for this route is around R 1 026. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Oberstdorf?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Oberstdorf is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 508 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Oberstdorf route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Oberstdorf?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Oberstdorf at 10:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Oberstdorf?
A bus trip from Essen to Oberstdorf produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.