How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Heilbronn cost?

The bus ticket price from Essen to Heilbronn starts at R 660. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Heilbronn is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Heilbronn?

The average travel time between Essen and Heilbronn is around 10h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 300 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Heilbronn?

The number of buses from Essen to Heilbronn can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Heilbronn by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Heilbronn?

When taking the bus from Essen to Heilbronn, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

Bus Essen to Heilbronn from R 594 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Heilbronn on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 5m	16:25	Heilbronn central station	No tags
08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 5m	18:50	Heilbronn central station	No tags
22:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 5m	06:20	Heilbronn central station	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heilbronn. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 660, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 5mAverage duration

301 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 660 - R 671	Average duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 607 - R 3 079	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511 255 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11255 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 660

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Heilbronn by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Heilbronn cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Heilbronn starts at R 660. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Heilbronn is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Heilbronn?
The average travel time between Essen and Heilbronn is around 10h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 300 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Heilbronn?
The number of buses from Essen to Heilbronn can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Heilbronn by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Heilbronn?
When taking the bus from Essen to Heilbronn, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

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The cheapest trip from Essen to Heilbronn was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 594

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

You can expect to pay from R 594 to R 604 for a bus ticket from Essen to Heilbronn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 594, which is on 2025-11-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Heilbronn?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time10h 5m	Avg priceR 671	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 25m	Avg priceR 1 743	Daily departures7

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