Bus from Paris to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Paris to Essen on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Bercy Seine
    		EssenCheapest
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      		Bercy Seine
      		HBFFastest
      BlaBlaCar Bus
        		Bercy Seine
        		EssenNo tags
        Flixbus
        		Bercy Seine
        		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
        Flixbus + Flixtrain
          		Bercy Seine
          		HBFNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to travel from Paris 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 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          5carpool per day
          5h 40mAverage duration
          274 milesDistance
          18kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£22 - £159Average duration11h 5m
          11kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£130 - £130Average duration7h 5m
          11kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£22 - £65Average duration5h 40m
          18kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Paris to Essen

          1. What's the distance between Paris and Essen by coach?

            The distance between Paris and Essen by coach is approximately 273 miles (440 km).

          2. What is the best way to go from Paris to Essen without flying?

            You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          25/11
          £36
          26/11
          £77
          Today
          £47
          28/11
          £28
          29/11
          £26
          30/11
          £51
          01/12
          £24
          02/12
          £21
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Paris to Essen was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

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

          You can expect to pay from £21 to £86 for a bus ticket from Paris to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-02.

          Usually FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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