How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Paris?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Paris start at R 484. The average price for this route is around R 937. 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 Paris?

The average bus journey time from Essen to Paris is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 440 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Paris route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Paris at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.

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

A bus trip from Essen to Paris produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Essen to Paris?

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 11197 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Essen to Paris?

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 Essen to Paris?

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 Essen to Paris from R 451 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Essen	9h 30m	06:30	Aéroport CDG	CheapestFastest
	21:00	Essen	10h 40m	07:40	Bercy Seine	No tags
	10:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 30m	20:20	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:03	HBF	12h 7m	06:10	Bercy Seine	No tags
	12:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 30m	22:25	Bercy Seine	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Essen	9h 30m	06:30	Aéroport CDG	Cheapest
	05:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	13:45	Bercy Seine	Fastest
	21:00	Essen	10h 40m	07:40	Bercy Seine	No tags
	04:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 50m	15:30	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	HBF	15h 55m	08:45	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 15m	18:05	Bercy Seine	Cheapest
	05:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	13:45	Bercy Seine	Fastest
	21:00	Essen	10h 40m	07:40	Bercy Seine	No tags
	10:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 30m	20:20	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:50	HBF	15h 55m	08:45	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	13:45	Bercy Seine	CheapestFastest
	21:00	Essen	10h 40m	07:40	Bercy Seine	No tags
	04:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 50m	15:30	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:03	HBF	12h 7m	06:10	Bercy Seine	No tags
	21:00	Essen	9h 30m	06:30	Aéroport CDG	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:55	Essen	10h 10m	20:05	Aéroport CDG	Cheapest
	05:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	13:45	Bercy Seine	Fastest
	09:55	Essen	10h 40m	20:35	Bercy Seine	No tags
	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 15m	18:05	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:03	HBF	12h 7m	06:10	Bercy Seine	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:55	Essen	10h 10m	20:05	Aéroport CDG	Cheapest
	05:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	13:45	Bercy Seine	Fastest
	09:55	Essen	10h 40m	20:35	Bercy Seine	No tags
	04:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 50m	15:30	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:03	HBF	12h 7m	06:10	Bercy Seine	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:55	Essen	10h 10m	20:05	Aéroport CDG	Cheapest
	05:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	13:45	Bercy Seine	Fastest
	09:55	Essen	11h 15m	21:10	Bercy Seine	No tags
	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 15m	18:05	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	20:03	HBF	10h 7m	06:10	Bercy Seine	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Essen	9h 30m	06:30	Aéroport CDG	Cheapest
	05:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	13:45	Bercy Seine	Fastest
	09:55	Essen	10h 40m	20:35	Bercy Seine	No tags
	05:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	14:00	Bercy Seine	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:03	HBF	12h 7m	06:10	Bercy Seine	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Paris

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 506, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

441 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 484 - R 2 489	Average duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 364 - R 4 416	Average duration6h 29m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 506 - R 1 087	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Paris?

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

Stops in Paris

A
Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
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B
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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C
Charles de Gaulle Airport
D
Porte Maillot
24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
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E
Orly Airport
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F
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 230 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Paris 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 Paris?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Paris start at R 484. The average price for this route is around R 937. 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 Paris?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Paris is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 440 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Paris route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Paris?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Paris at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Paris?
A bus trip from Essen to Paris produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Paris?
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 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Paris?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Essen to Paris?
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 Essen to Paris?
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

13/12

R 728

14/12

R 932

Today

R 665

16/12

R 831

17/12

R 832

18/12

R 853

19/12

R 728

20/12

R 936

The cheapest trip from Essen to Paris was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 665

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

You can expect to pay from R 665 to R 2 433 for a bus ticket from Essen to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 728, which is on 2025-12-19.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.