Bus from Heidelberg to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Heidelberg to Essen on 18 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Alte Eppelheimer Straße
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Alte Eppelheimer Straße
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Alte Eppelheimer Straße
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Alte Eppelheimer Straße
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Alte Eppelheimer Straße
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Heidelberg 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 374, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23carpool per day
3h 20mAverage duration
257 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 811 - R 912Average duration6h
6kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 660 - R 1 660Average duration3h 53m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 374 - R 677Average duration3h 20m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Essen by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Heidelberg to Essen?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Essen start at R 811. The average price for this route is around R 851. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Heidelberg to Essen?

    The average bus journey time from Heidelberg to Essen is 6h, covering a distance of 256 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Essen route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heidelberg to Essen?

    The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Essen at 11:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Essen?

    A bus trip from Heidelberg to Essen produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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