Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
1 d 45 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 50 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1141 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Essen to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Rome will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 5 buses that leave Essen for Rome on Wed, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 1141 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 45 m .
On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h 59 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.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a train costs an average of €262.
Distance: 708 miles (1141 km)
Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€92 Average price Cheapest | €107 Average price | €354 Average price |
27h 7m Average total duration 26h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 23m Average total duration 17h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:03AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 26h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:04AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 28h11 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 34h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:03PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 25h12 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 29h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:24PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 25h36 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $174 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:26PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 28h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 28h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 34h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:52PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 32h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:30 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 26h30 | 9:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 34h10 | 5:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 7:52 PM Essen Hbf | 31h43 | 3:35 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 7:52 PM Essen Hbf | 32h13 | 4:05 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
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Distance 708 miles (1141 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 23h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
For as little as $51 (€41) you can travel by bus to Rome from Essen with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.
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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