- Frankfurt am Main to Essen buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
![]() | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
![]() | Frankfurt - Main bus station | Essen | No tags | |||||
![]() | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Frankfurt Hbf | HBF | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Essen
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.
Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Essen?
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
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
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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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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.
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