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The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to London

Showing times and prices for Jun 22

Cheapest price

$132

Average price

$221

Fastest journey

15 h 40 m

Average duration

16 h 48 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

494 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Essen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Essen to London will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Essen to London without transferring at least once.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:35PM21h10
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
06:45PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$1321One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
03:00AM16h45
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
06:45PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$1381One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
02:55PM15h40
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
05:35AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2001One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
03:50PM16h40
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
07:30AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2031One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
05:00PM17h10
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
09:10AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2071One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Essen to London

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg.

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Train

€74

Average price

Cheapest

€98

Average price

€258

Average price

19h 19m

Average duration

18h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 43m

Average duration

6h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.0kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Essen to London bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 22
Last updated at 9:10 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:00 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
16h45
5:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
blablacarbus50429+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
24h15
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station2 transfers
blablacarbus50429+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
20h40
4:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station2 transfers
blablacarbus50429 · 11537:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
22h15
6:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:50 AM Essen Hbf
17h45
4:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station2 transfers
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:50 AM Essen Hbf
21h20
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:55 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
15h40
4:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
16h40
6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
17h10
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:35 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
21h10
5:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to London

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Buses from Essen to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $25 (€20)
Distance
306 miles (494 km)
Average bus duration
18h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$56 (€45)
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
14h 30m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $25 (€20)

Bus providers: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus from Essen to London

Travel from Essen to London from $44 (€36) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Essen to London bus information:

  • Average Duration: 13 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $44

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