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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Kiev Symona Petlyury St | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Kiev Vydubychi Bus Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kiev - Petliury 32 station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:37 PM EET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Kyiv to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 22 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 465, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 059 - R 3 715 | Average duration1d 11h | 41kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 465 - R 1 465 | Average duration22h 10m | 69kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Kyiv and Essen?
Stops in Kyiv
- ANauky Ave, 4/2, Kyiv, Ukraine
- B
Dachna
Volodymyrs'kyi Passage, 2663, Kyiv, Ukraine - CSymona Petlyury St 28, Kyiv, Ukraine
- DVokzal'na Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine
- E
Kharkivska Airport Bus Location
Mykoly Bazhana Ave, 36А, Kyivm, Ukraine, 02000 - FZaliznychne Hwy, 10, Kyiv, Ukraine
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- B
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - CAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kyiv 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Kyiv to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kyiv to Essen start at R 1 059. The average price for this route is around R 2 137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Kyiv to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Kyiv to Essen is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1645 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Travel Bus.
Which bus companies service the Kyiv to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, East West Eurolines, KLR Bus, LIKEBUS, Orion Bus, Euroclub, Agat, Eurolines Madeltrans, Eurovoyage, Benz Express, Infobus, Volodymyrets Transservice, Way Grand, TopUkraine, Travel Bus, Zesen Trans, Openline, Grandes Tour, TocoBus, Bus-Lines, Pavluks-Trans, LEX CLUB.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kyiv to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Kyiv to Essen at 05:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kyiv to Essen?
A bus trip from Kyiv to Essen produces an estimated 41 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 Kyiv to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grandes Tour, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kyiv to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Grandes Tour has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Kyiv to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grandes Tour, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kyiv to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Grandes Tour, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Kyiv to Essen was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 244To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kyiv to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 244 to R 2 822 for a bus ticket from Kyiv to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 244, which is on 2026-01-11.
Usually East West Eurolines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
