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

The bus ticket price from Hamburg to Essen starts at US$18. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Hamburg 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!

How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Essen?

The average travel time between Hamburg and Essen is around 5h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 310 km that separates the two cities.

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

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

Which bus companies travel from Hamburg to Essen?

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

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

Buses travelling between Hamburg and Essen leave from Hamburg Airport or Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Bus Hamburg to Essen from US$16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Essen on 31 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	5h 40m	05:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Hamburg to Essen on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	5h 20m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 3m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	13:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h 45m	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	5h 40m	05:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Essen on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	5h 20m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 3m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	13:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h 45m	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	5h 40m	05:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Essen on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	5h 20m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:45	HAM Airport	7h 3m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	13:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h 45m	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Essen on 6 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		07:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	5h 20m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
		16:15	HAM Airport	14h 35m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

309 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$18 - US$163	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$17 - US$181	Average duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$15 - US$48	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Bus Hamburg to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$29

Average bus trip duration5h 40m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure03:55

Distance309 km

Latest bus departure23:35

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 131 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 071 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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

Hamburg to Essen Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Essen is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

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

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Hamburg to Essen, 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 Hamburg and Essen?

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Harburg

D - Hamburg Altona

E - Volksparkstadion

F - Steinwerder

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Hamburg - Essen

How much does a bus ticket from Hamburg to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Hamburg to Essen starts at US$18. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Hamburg 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!
How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Essen?
The average travel time between Hamburg and Essen is around 5h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 310 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Hamburg and Essen?
The number of buses from Hamburg to Essen 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 Hamburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Hamburg to Essen?
When taking the bus from Hamburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Hamburg to Essen?
Buses travelling between Hamburg and Essen leave from Hamburg Airport or Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$24

30/10

US$26

Today

US$28

01/11

US$27

02/11

US$31

03/11

US$22

04/11

US$19

05/11

US$22

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Essen was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Hamburg to Essen, 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 Hamburg to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Hamburg to Essen.

Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 40m	Avg priceUS$29	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 12m	Avg priceUS$56	Daily departures14
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 50m	Avg priceUS$33	Daily departures13

Will you be returning to Hamburg by bus?

Bus from Essen to Hamburg

You can also go to Essen by train

Train from Hamburg to Essen

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