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The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to Munich

Showing times and prices for Jul 20

Cheapest price

$32

Average price

$71

Fastest journey

6 h 20 m

Average duration

7 h 4 m

Buses per day

19

Distance

493 km

Cheap tickets

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.

The average ticket from Essen to Munich will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.

Fast buses

Of the 19 buses that leave Essen for Munich on Sun, Jul 20, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 20 the direct buses cover the 493 km distance in an average of 7 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .

On Sun, Jul 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.

BlaBlaCar
10:00AM6h20
Essen
04:20PMMunich
$321One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
01:00PM8h10
Essen
09:10PMMunich
$411One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
06:00AM6h20
Essen
12:20PMMunich
$461One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
01:30PM7h20
Essen
08:50PMMunich
$481One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:50AM7h10
Essen
05:00PMMunich
$541One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €80.

Distance: 306 miles (493 km)

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Train
Flight

€39

Average price

Cheapest

€115

Average price

€154

Average price

10h 37m

Average total duration

10h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 17m

Average total duration

5h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.0kg

CO2 emissions

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Deutsche Bahn

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Eurowings

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Essen to Munich bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, July 20
Last updated at 11:38 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:15 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
11h20
3:35 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:40 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
9h50
4:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:45 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
11h15
6:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:04 AM Essen Hbf
13h21
8:25 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:20 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
10h05
8:25 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:25 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
10h20
9:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:03 PM Essen Hbf
11h37
11:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
13h35
3:25 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz1 transfer
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:03 PM Essen Hbf
12h17
4:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz1 transfer
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:03 PM Essen Hbf
12h42
4:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:30 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
9h50
4:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
11h00
5:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus50449 · 804887:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
25h20
8:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to Munich

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Buses from Essen to Munich run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
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
Distance
306 miles (493 km)
Average bus duration
10h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
9h 50m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:55
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

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 $24 (€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: $24
  • FlixBus frequency: 4 a day

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Popular bus stations from Essen to Munich

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Munich
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 Munich.
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
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The major bus station for arrivals in Munich is München, ZOB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München, ZOB for your trip to Munich from Essen.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Arnulfstraße
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
  • Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for München, ZOB
  • Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8

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