Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Maspernplatz | HBF | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Maspernplatz | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Paderborn to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just R 293, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Paderborn and Essen?
Stops in Paderborn
- AHathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
- BBahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
- C
Borchener Str
Borchener Str. 334, 33106 Paderborn, Germany
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CEssen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Based on 12462 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 293
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paderborn to Essen 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 Paderborn to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paderborn to Essen start at R 293. The average price for this route is around R 293. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Paderborn to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Paderborn to Essen is 6h, covering a distance of 124 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Paderborn to Essen 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 Paderborn to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Paderborn to Essen at 07:20. And the latest bus departs at 07:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paderborn to Essen?
A bus trip from Paderborn to Essen produces an estimated 3.0980499999999997 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paderborn to Essen was searched and found on 13 Apr 2026 with a price of R 293To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paderborn to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 293 to R 293 for a bus ticket from Paderborn to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 293, which is on 2026-04-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Paderborn to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
