Bus Tickets from Essen to Istanbul Europe

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  • Departure time: November 9 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Freiheit
    Arrival time: November 10 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: Yazıcıoğlu TurizmYazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 12 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Freiheit
    Arrival time: December 13 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: Yazıcıoğlu TurizmYazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 28 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Freiheit
    Arrival time: December 29 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: Yazıcıoğlu TurizmYazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 8 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Freiheit
    Arrival time: February 9 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: Yazıcıoğlu TurizmYazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 12 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Freiheit
    Arrival time: April 13 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: Yazıcıoğlu TurizmYazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Istanbul Europe.

Bus
Average Price$194 - $215Average Duration1d 11h
51kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Carpool
Average Price$124 - $124Average Duration1d
86kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
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busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Essen to Istanbul Europe

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Istanbul Europe. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
$194Cheapest ticket
51kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Istanbul Europe: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$196
Average bus trip duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:30am
Distance1259 miles (2030 km)

Essen to Istanbul Europe Bus

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of $194

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

You can expect to pay from $194 to $195 for a bus ticket from Essen to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2025-09-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Essen to Istanbul Europe but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Essen to Istanbul Europe, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Essen to Istanbul Europe.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Istanbul Europe while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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