How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The cheapest coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen start from £15. The average price for this route is around £51. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is 20h 15m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Essen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Essen at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

A bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Essen produces an estimated 5 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

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.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Essen from £12 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Essen on 29 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 35m	02:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
22:55	Frankfurt Hbf	4h	02:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
22:50	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 55m	19:45	Essen	No tags
17:40	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 30m	22:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
19:10	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 30m	23:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Essen on 30 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:10	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 15m	07:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	06:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	12:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 40m	08:40	Essen	No tags
	08:30	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 20m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:15	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 49m	09:04	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Essen on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 45m	19:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	06:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	03:10	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 15m	07:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 22m	07:52	HBF	No tags
	08:30	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 20m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Essen on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 45m	19:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	22:55	Frankfurt Hbf	4h	02:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	14:00	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 10m	18:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:15	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 49m	09:04	HBF	No tags
	14:45	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 5m	19:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Essen on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 40m	08:40	Essen	Cheapest
12:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 15m	08:40	Essen	Fastest
22:50	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 55m	19:45	Essen	No tags
23:15	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 30m	19:45	Essen	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Essen on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:50	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 55m	19:45	Essen	Cheapest
12:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 15m	08:40	Essen	Fastest
12:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 40m	08:40	Essen	No tags
23:15	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 30m	19:45	Essen	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

118 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £139	Average duration20h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £165	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £22	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Essen?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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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

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,171 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen

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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen start from £15. The average price for this route is around £51. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is 20h 15m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Essen at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
A bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Essen produces an estimated 5 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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.

Best price found

27/11

£58

28/11

£22

Today

£18

30/11

£20

01/12

£14

02/12

No data

03/12

£13

04/12

£54

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £106 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-03.