Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Petržalka Einsteinova | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Most SNP | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Most SNP | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | BTS Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Bratislava
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 234, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Bratislava?
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 Bratislava
- A
Bratislava Airport
- B
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - CNábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
- DMlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
- E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - FPáričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Bratislava by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Bratislava start at R 1 773. The average price for this route is around R 2 107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Bratislava?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Bratislava is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 812 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Bratislava at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Essen to Bratislava produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Bratislava?
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 11239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Bratislava?
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 Bratislava?
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 Bratislava was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 709To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Bratislava as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 709 to R 2 731 for a bus ticket from Essen to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 909, which is on 2025-12-26.
