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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Venice Mestre (Stazione FS) | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Venice Mestre (Stazione FS) | Fastest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 2:14 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Venice
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Venice. The journey takes about 22 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 853, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 853 - R 3 395 | Average duration22h 35m | 19kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 773 - R 1 773 | Average duration12h | 33kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Venice?
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 Venice
- A
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy - B
Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre
Viale Stazione 6, 30171 Venezia, Italy - C
Venice Airport
- DViale Stazione 36, 30171 Mestre - Venice
- E
Mestre Tangenziale
Rotonda Romea, 1, 30175 Venezia VE, Italy - F
fermata dell'autobus Venezia
Via de le Motte, 25, 30141 Venezia, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Venice 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 Venice?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Venice start at R 1 853. The average price for this route is around R 2 439. 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 Venice?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Venice is 22h 35m, covering a distance of 769 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Venice 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 Essen to Venice?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Venice at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Venice?
A bus trip from Essen to Venice produces an estimated 19 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 Venice?
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 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Venice?
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 Venice?
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 Venice?
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 Venice was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 789To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Venice as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 789 to R 2 837 for a bus ticket from Essen to Venice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 789, which is on 2025-12-29.
