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Cheap bus tickets from Essen to Munich

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

$40

Average

$44

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

Cheapest

08:40AM9h50

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

06:30PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$401One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

06:03PM13h27

Essen Hbf

07:30AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$421One-way

1 transfer

08:30PM11h00

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

07:30AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$441One-way

0 transfers

01:30AM14h55

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

04:25PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$471One-way

1 transfer

01:25PM10h20

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

11:45PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$471One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Essen to Munich

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 12

FlixBus

01:30AM14h55

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

04:25PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

1 transfer

FlixBus

06:15AM11h20

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

05:35PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

0 transfers

FlixBus

08:40AM9h50

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

06:30PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

0 transfers

FlixBus

08:45AM11h15

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

08:00PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

0 transfers

FlixBus

09:36AM12h09

Essen Hbf

09:45PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

1 transfer

BlaBlaCar Bus

10:00AM23h40

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

09:40AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

1 transfer

FlixBus

12:50PM12h50

Essen Hbf

01:40AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

1 transfer

FlixBus

01:25PM10h20

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

11:45PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

0 transfers

FlixBus

04:10PM13h15

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

05:25AMMünchen, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz

1 transfer

FlixBus

06:03PM13h27

Essen Hbf

07:30AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

1 transfer

FlixBus

08:30PM11h00

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

07:30AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

0 transfers

BlaBlaCar Bus

09:00PM25h05

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

10:05PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

1 transfer

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Bus times from Essen to Munich

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

9 h 50 m

Average

14 h 5 m

Buses per day

Distance

493 km

Of the 12 buses that leave Essen for Munich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:40AM9h50

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

06:30PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$401One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

01:25PM10h20

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

11:45PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$471One-way

0 transfers

08:30PM11h00

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

07:30AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$441One-way

0 transfers

08:45AM11h15

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

08:00PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$521One-way

0 transfers

06:15AM11h20

Essen, Hbf Freiheit

05:35PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

$491One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Essen to Munich

Distance	306 miles (493 km)
Average bus duration	9 h 50 min
Average bus ticket price	$58 (€50)
Bus frequency	8 a day
Direct bus	Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day
Bus providers	FlixBus or National Express

Buses from Essen to Munich cover the 306 miles (493 km) long route taking on average 9 h 50 min with our travel partners like FlixBus or National Express. Normally, there are 8 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this journey for as low as $30 (€26), but the average price of bus tickets is $58 (€50). Travelers depart most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).

Bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and Globtour Medjugorjie from Essen to Munich

You can travel by bus from Essen to Munich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and Globtour Medjugorjie for as low as $22 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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.

Bus information from Essen to Munich with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 9 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $22
FlixBus frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Essen to Munich

FAQs: Take the bus from Essen to Munich with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Munich.

Cheap bus tickets from Essen to Munich can start from as little as $30 (€26) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Essen to Munich is $58 (€50); 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 Munich is 9 h 50 min to travel the 306 mile (493 km) long journey, with around there are 8 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Essen to Munich leaves at 6: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Essen to Munich leaves at 9: 00 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Essen to Munich without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 5 direct buses from Essen to Munich each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a bus from Essen to Munich, you can count on FlixBus or National Express for the best way to get you to Munich. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service from Essen to Munich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

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 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Essen to Munich is May.

You have options as you can travel between Essen and Munich 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.