How far is Heilbronn from Essen by coach?

The journey from Essen to Heilbronn by coach covers an approximate distance of 186 miles (300 km).

Is there a way to reach Heilbronn from Essen without a car?

You can reach Heilbronn from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Essen to Heilbronn from £27 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Heilbronn on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 5m	16:25	Heilbronn central station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 5m	18:50	Heilbronn central station	No tags
Bus	22:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 5m	06:20	Heilbronn central station	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heilbronn. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 5mAverage duration

187 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£30 - £30	Average duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£27 - £136	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,291 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11291 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £30

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Heilbronn

How far is Heilbronn from Essen by coach?
The journey from Essen to Heilbronn by coach covers an approximate distance of 186 miles (300 km).
Is there a way to reach Heilbronn from Essen without a car?
You can reach Heilbronn from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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The cheapest trip from Essen to Heilbronn was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £27

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

You can expect to pay from £27 to £27 for a bus ticket from Essen to Heilbronn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-11-14.