Next departures for Munich to Essen on November 23
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
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HBF
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Munich Fröttmaning
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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Next departures for Munich to Essen on November 27
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
Essen
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Next departures for Munich to Essen on November 28
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
Essen
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Next departures for Munich to Essen on November 30
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
Essen
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Compare 3 ways to go from Munich 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 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 11150 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $77
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Munich to Essen by bus
What is the distance between Munich and Essen?
About 306 miles (493 km) separate Munich and Essen.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Munich to Essen?
If you're headed to Essen from Munich, chances are that your bus will leave from Munich Airport and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/21
$107
11/22
$46
Today
$51
11/24
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11/25
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11/26
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11/27
$88
11/28
$101
The cheapest trip from Munich to Essen was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $46
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Munich to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $107 for a bus ticket from Munich to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-11-27.
The cheapest trip from Munich to Essen was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $46
