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The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to London

Showing times and prices for May 31

Cheapest price

$147

Average price

$199

Fastest journey

13 h 5 m

Average duration

16 h 33 m

Buses per day

4

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 $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Essen for London on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 494 km distance in an average of 16 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 5 m .

On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 22 h 15 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:55 PM13h05
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    7:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $1471One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:50 PM15h10
    Essen Hbf
    7:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $1861One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:55 PM15h40
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    5:35 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $2011One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 1153
    9:55 AM22h15
    Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    7:10 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $2611One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, 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 flight with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $137.

Distance: 306 miles (494 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Flight
Train
Driving

$94

Average price

$92

Average price

Cheapest

$368

Average price

$100

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

16h 47m

Average total duration

16h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

5h 41m

Average total duration

5h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.0kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Eurowings

Most popular airline

Eurostar

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

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

The cheapest way to travel from Essen to London is a flight with an average price of $92 (€74).

This is compared to other travel options from Essen to London:

A flight is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Essen to London costing on average $94 (€76).

A flight is $276 (€222) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to London costing on average $368 (€296).

The fastest way to travel from Essen to London is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 11m.

Bus takes on average 16h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Essen and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Essen to London among Omio's users.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Essen to London Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
08:15PM
Duration
18h15
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$85
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
16h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
07:15PM
Duration
15h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$272
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
06:30AM
Duration
24h40
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$93
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:50AM
Arrival Time
04:15AM
Duration
22h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$335
Operator
BlaBlaCar Bus
Departure Time
07:55AM
Arrival Time
06:10AM
Duration
22h15
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$104
Operator
BlaBlaCar Bus
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
08:25AM
Duration
23h30
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$261
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:05AM
Arrival Time
06:40AM
Duration
21h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$380
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:55AM
Arrival Time
06:40AM
Duration
19h45
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$76
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
21h00
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$70
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:55PM
Arrival Time
06:40AM
Duration
16h45
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$103
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:55PM
Arrival Time
05:35AM
Duration
15h40
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$75
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
17h10
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$76
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
09:10AM
Duration
17h10
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$65
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
15h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:55PM
Arrival Time
06:00AM
Duration
13h05
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
16h15
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$74
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
08:45AM
Duration
15h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$308
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:55PM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
13h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$61
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
22h00
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$288
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
05:45PM
Duration
21h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$137

Live departures

Essen to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Essen to London buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 11539:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
23h30
8:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:05 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
21h35
6:40 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
15h45
8:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Essen to London buses with Omio?

FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus offer buses services from Essen to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Essen to London.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Essen to London.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Essen to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Essen to London.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to London

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Buses from Essen to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.

The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 13h 5m.

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 $21 (€17)
Distance
306 miles (494 km)
Average bus duration
16h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
$49 (€39)
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
13h 5m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
11:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
35 days
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 $21 (€17)

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Essen to LondonYou can travel by bus between Essen to London with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 5m
Cheapest Price
$49 (€39)
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22h 15m
Cheapest Price
$104 (€84)
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

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FAQs: Bus from Essen to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Essen to London can start from as little as $49 (€39) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Essen to London is $94 (€76) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Essen to London is 13h 5m to travel the 306 miles (494 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Essen to London leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Essen to London leaves at 11:30 PM.
There are 5 buses a day from Essen to London which require at least one change with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Essen to London, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Essen and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to London from Essen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Essen to London is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Essen and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Essen to London:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Essen to London for bus company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in London are:
  • The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
  • The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
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  • The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
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  • Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
  • Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Essen to London depends on the bus companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Essen to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Essen to London:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Essen to London:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Essen to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Essen to London with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Essen to London with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Essen to London with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
London is outside the Schengen Area. Travelers departing from Essen will need a valid passport and may require a visa depending on their nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Essen to London among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Essen to London

Essen
London
The major bus station for departures in Essen is Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) for your trip from Essen to London.
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