How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen start from $19. The average price for this route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is 20h 15m, covering a distance of 118 miles (190 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Essen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Essen at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Essen from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Essen on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 30m	11:55pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
10:55pm	Frankfurt Hbf	4h	2:55am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 55m	7:45pm	Essen	No tags
5:40pm	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 30m	10:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
7:10pm	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 30m	11:40pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Essen on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 45m	7:50pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	2:30am	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	6:25am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 40m	8:40am	Essen	No tags
	8:30am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 20m	12:50pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:30am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 31m	7:01am	HBF	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Essen on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:20pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	4h 35m	2:55am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	2:30am	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	6:25am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 40m	8:40am	Essen	No tags
	3:10am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 15m	7:25am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 49m	9:04am	HBF	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Essen on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 40m	8:40am	Essen	Cheapest
12:25pm	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 15m	8:40am	Essen	Fastest
10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 55m	7:45pm	Essen	No tags
11:15pm	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 30m	7:45pm	Essen	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Essen on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:00pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 40m	8:40am	Essen	Cheapest
12:25pm	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 15m	8:40am	Essen	Fastest
10:50pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	20h 55m	7:45pm	Essen	No tags
11:15pm	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	20h 30m	7:45pm	Essen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:12 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

118 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $179	Average Duration20h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $213	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $29	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Essen?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
Visit page
C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
Visit page
D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,168 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Essen by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen start from $19. The average price for this route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is 20h 15m, covering a distance of 118 miles (190 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Essen at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/26

$20

11/27

$75

Today

$25

11/29

$21

11/30

$24

12/01

No data

12/02

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The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $20

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 $20 to $137 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 $21 which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.