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Next departures from Ulm to Essen on 8 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		International Bus Stop - 51
    		EssenCheapestFastest

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    Compare 3 ways to travel from Ulm 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 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    5h 10mAverage duration
    401 kmDistance
    17kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceUS$37 - US$232Average duration21h 30m
    10kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceUS$21 - US$187Average duration4h 53m
    10kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average priceUS$52 - US$58Average duration5h 10m
    17kg CO₂e

    Bus Ulm to Essen: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceUS$90
    Average bus trip duration21h 30m
    Number of daily buses1
    Earliest bus departure06:55
    Distance399 km
    Latest bus departure22:15

    Ulm to Essen Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip Ulm - Essen

    1. How much does a bus ticket from Ulm to Essen cost?

      The bus ticket price from Ulm to Essen starts at US$37. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ulm 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 Ulm to Essen?

      The average travel time between Ulm and Essen is around 21h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 401 km that separates the two cities.

    3. How many daily bus connections are there between Ulm and Essen?

      The number of buses from Ulm to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ulm to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

    4. Which bus companies travel from Ulm to Essen?

      When taking the bus from Ulm 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 Ulm to Essen?

      Buses travelling between Ulm and Essen leave from International Bus Stop - 51 or Ulm Bushaltestelle 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$208
    01/11
    US$179
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    07/11
    US$114
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ulm to Essen was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of US$114

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

    You can expect to pay from US$114 to US$208 for a bus ticket from Ulm to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$114, which is on 2025-11-07.

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    Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Ulm to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

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    Did you know?

    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 word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

    Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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