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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Essen
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
19 h 35 m
Average duration
21 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
972 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Essen will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 5 buses that leave Budapest for Essen on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 972 km distance in an average of 21 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 23 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 603 miles (972 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€76 Average price Cheapest | €115 Average price | €154 Average price |
21h 12m Average total duration 20h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 13m Average total duration 12h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Essen buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:15 AM Budapest | 19h47 | 7:02 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:35 AM Budapest | 19h27 | 7:02 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:30 PM Budapest | 19h31 | 12:01 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 PM Budapest | 20h30 | 5:50 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 PM Budapest | 16h34 | 2:19 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Essen
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Buses from Budapest to Essen run on average 26 times per day, taking around 20h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 603 miles (972 km) distance in 19h 27m.
Distance 603 miles (972 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 19h 27m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S from Budapest to EssenYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Essen with FlixBus, Karat-S for as low as $54 (€43). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Essen by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Essen
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
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