Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Freiheit | Esenler Otogarı | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:48 AM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Istanbul Europe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Istanbul Europe. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$274 - $276 | Average Duration1d 10h | 51kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$192 - $192 | Average Duration1d | 86kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Istanbul Europe?
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 Istanbul Europe
- AEsenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
- BGüzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
- C
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - DFatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
- E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey - F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey
Compare bus companies
Yazıcıoğlu Turizm offers 1 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at $274. The quickest ride takes around 2085. Yazıcıoğlu Turizm offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Istanbul Europe start from $274. The average price for this route is around $275. 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 Istanbul Europe?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Istanbul Europe is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 2030 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Yazıcıoğlu Turizm.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Istanbul Europe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Istanbul Europe at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Istanbul Europe?
A bus trip from Essen to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $276To 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 $276 to $277 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 $277 which is on 2025-12-04.
