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
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.
It's difficult to get from Essen to London without transferring at least once.
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.
Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
---|---|---|
€74 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price | €258 Average price |
19h 19m Average duration 18h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 16h45 | 5:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 7:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 24h15 | 8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 7:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 20h40 | 4:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 22h15 | 6:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 10:50 AM Essen Hbf | 17h45 | 4:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 10:50 AM Essen Hbf | 21h20 | 8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 15h40 | 4:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 16h40 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 17h10 | 8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:35 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 21h10 | 5:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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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 |
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.
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