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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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 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | ZOB Hackerbrücke | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Essen | ZOB Hackerbrücke | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | ZOB Hackerbrücke | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | ZOB Hackerbrücke | No tags | |||||
| Essen | ZOB Hackerbrücke | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Munich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 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 Munich?
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 Munich
- AZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
- CWerner-Heisenberg-Allee 21, 80939 Munich, Germany
- D
Hauptbahnhof Nord
Dachauer Straße 5 (Hauptbahnhof Nord), 80335 Munich - E
Munchen (Almanya)
Arnulfstraße 17, 80335 München, Germany - F
Munchen Airport
Flughafen München, 85356 München-Flughafen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Munich
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Munich?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Munich start from £30. The average price for this route is around £62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Munich?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Munich is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 305 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Munich 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 Essen to Munich?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Munich at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Munich?
A bus journey from Essen to Munich produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Essen to Munich?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Munich?
Based on Busbud reviews, 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 Essen to Munich?
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 Munich?
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 Munich was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Munich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £34 to £102 for a bus ticket from Essen to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-11-29.
