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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to Bonn
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Essen to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Bonn will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Essen for Bonn on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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 and bus for Essen to Bonn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Bonn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Bonn buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:45 AM Essen | 2h20 | 9:05 AM Bonn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Essen | 2h50 | 11:40 AM Bonn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 PM Essen | 2h15 | 10:30 PM Bonn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Bonn
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Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Essen to BonnYou can travel by bus between Essen to Bonn with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Essen to Bonn
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bonn, Museumsmeile, located 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Beethoven House, the birthplace of composer Ludwig van Beethoven featuring a museum dedicated to his life and works
- Bonn Minster, a historic Roman Catholic church known for its impressive architecture and religious significance
- Museum Koenig, a natural history museum renowned for its extensive zoological collections
- Poppelsdorf Palace, a Baroque-style palace surrounded by botanical gardens and used by the University of Bonn
- Rheinaue Park, a large urban park offering recreational activities and scenic views along the Rhine River.
- Museum Mile, a collection of museums offering diverse exhibits from art to natural history
- Rheinaue Park, a vast public park ideal for outdoor activities and relaxation by the Rhine River
- Botanical Gardens Bonn, a serene spot for nature lovers to explore a variety of plant species
- Bonn Opera House, offering a rich program of opera, ballet, and concerts
- Explore the Old Town, where you can enjoy charming streets, shops, and cafes.
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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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