The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 14 buses that leave Essen Hbf for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Sun, Dec 21, 10 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 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.









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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price | €105 Average price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:03PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h57 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:04PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Live departures
Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 5:03 PM Essen Hbf | 6h12 | 11:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
50449 · 30480 | 8:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 19h40 | 3:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 5h55 | 3:10 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 5h00 | 8:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h15 | 9:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h45 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:50 AM Essen Hbf | 5h10 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h45 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Buses from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 17:50. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 17:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main AirportYou can travel by bus between Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport with FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $14 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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