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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen | Frankfurt - Main bus station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Essen | Frankfurt Main Airport P36 | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:40 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Frankfurt am Main?
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
Stops in Frankfurt am Main
- B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - CHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Frankfurt am Main by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main start from $28. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 191 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Frankfurt am Main at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
A bus trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
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 Frankfurt am Main?
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 Essen to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $108To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $108 to $154 for a bus ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-11-30.
