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Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Essen on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Frankfurt - Main bus station
    		EssenCheapest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      		Frankfurt Main Airport P36
      		EssenFastest
      BlaBlaCar Bus
        		Frankfurt - Main bus station
        		EssenNo tags
        BlaBlaCar Bus
          		Frankfurt Main Airport P36
          		EssenNo tags

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          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          16carpool per day
          2h 30mAverage duration
          190 kmDistance
          8kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average priceUS$20 - US$158Average duration20h 15m
          5kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average priceUS$19 - US$230Average duration2h 39m
          5kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average priceUS$12 - US$30Average duration2h 30m
          8kg CO₂e

          Bus Frankfurt am Main to Essen: Trip Overview

          Average ticket priceUS$67
          Average bus trip duration20h 15m
          Number of daily buses5
          Earliest bus departure00:25
          Distance190 km
          Latest bus departure23:15

          Frankfurt am Main to Essen Bus

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          Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Essen

          1. How much does a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen cost?

            The bus ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Essen starts at US$20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen 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!

          2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

            The average travel time between Frankfurt am Main and Essen is around 20h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 km that separates the two cities.

          3. How many daily bus connections are there between Frankfurt am Main and Essen?

            The number of buses from Frankfurt am Main to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

          4. Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

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

          5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

            Buses travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Essen leave from Frankfurt Airport or Hbf and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

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          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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          US$96
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          US$119
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          US$92
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          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$92

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

          You can expect to pay from US$92 to US$131 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$92, which is on 2025-11-01.

          About Bus Travel

          Bus Travel Tips

          Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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          Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Frankfurt am Main to Essen will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

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          The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

          The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

          It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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