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

The bus ticket price from Essen to Salzburg starts at US$52. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Salzburg 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 Salzburg?

The average travel time between Essen and Salzburg is around 15h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 595 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Essen to Salzburg 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 Salzburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Salzburg?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Salzburg?

Buses travelling between Essen and Salzburg leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at P+R Süd, Hbf, Salzburg Airport.

Bus Essen to Salzburg from US$52 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Salzburg on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	15h 10m	23:55	P+R Süd	No tags
10:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	14h 50m	01:30	P+R Süd	No tags
13:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	16h 45m	06:10	P+R Süd	No tags
15:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h	08:50	P+R Süd	No tags
20:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	14h 30m	11:00	P+R Süd	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Salzburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 35mAverage duration

594 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$52 - US$128	Average duration15h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$152 - US$192	Average duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Bus Essen to Salzburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52

Average bus trip duration15h 10m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure06:20

Distance598 km

Latest bus departure21:00

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 133 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 071 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

AT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, Infobus, RegioJet

Essen to Salzburg Bus

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Bus service from Essen to Salzburg will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Essen to Salzburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Salzburg?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Salzburg

A - P+R Süd

B - Hbf

C - Salzburg Airport

D - Süd - Alpenstraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Salzburg

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Salzburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Salzburg starts at US$52. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Salzburg 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 Salzburg?
The average travel time between Essen and Salzburg is around 15h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 595 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Salzburg?
The number of buses from Essen to Salzburg 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 Salzburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Salzburg?
When taking the bus from Essen to Salzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Salzburg?
Buses travelling between Essen and Salzburg leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at P+R Süd, Hbf, Salzburg Airport.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Essen to Salzburg but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Essen to Salzburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Essen to Salzburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Salzburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time15h 10m	Avg priceUS$52	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time7h 35m	Avg priceUS$152	Daily departures2

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Salzburg to Essen

You can also go to Salzburg by train

Train from Essen to Salzburg

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