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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 740, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 740 - R 3 732 | Average duration22h 55m | 11kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 713 - R 713 | Average duration6h 50m | 20kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Essen?
Stops in Zürich
- BLimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich 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 Zürich to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Essen start at R 740. The average price for this route is around R 1 499. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zürich to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Essen is 22h 55m, covering a distance of 459 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Essen at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Essen?
A bus trip from Zürich to Essen 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 Zürich 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 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Essen?
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 Zürich 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 Zürich 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.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Essen was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 790To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 790 to R 3 536 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 790, which is on 2025-12-16.
