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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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 | Bus | Bercy Seine | Essen | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Aéroport CDG | Essen | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bercy Seine | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bercy Seine | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Porte Maillot | Essen | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Paris to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Paris and Essen?
Stops in Paris
- B7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
- C210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
- E24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
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Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France
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 Paris 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 Paris to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Paris to Essen start from £22. The average price for this route is around £32. 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 Paris to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Paris to Essen is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 259 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Paris to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paris to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Paris to Essen at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paris to Essen?
A bus journey from Paris to Essen produces an estimated 10 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 Paris 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 11357 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris 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 Paris 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 Paris 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.
The cheapest trip from Paris to Essen was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £20To 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 £20 to £44 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 £20, which is on 2026-01-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
