Madrid to Essen bus
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Bus schedule from Madrid to Essen
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Bus times from Madrid to Essen
Fastest Journey
1d 3 h 20 m
Average
1d 7 h 2 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1478 km
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Essen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Madrid to Essen
 | Distance | 916 miles (1477 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 27 h 20 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $86 (€79) |
 | Direct bus | No |
 | Bus providers | Flixbus |
Buses from Madrid to Essen cover the 916 miles (1477 km) long route taking on average 27 h 20 min with our travel partners like Flixbus. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $86 (€79), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $75 (€69). Travelers depart most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and arrive in Essen, Freiheit / Am Hauptbahnhof (Ruhrbahn KundenCenter).
Bus companies: FlixBus from Madrid to Essen
Find the best buses between Madrid and Essen with Omio's travel partners FlixBus from $75 (€69). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking 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.
- Average Price: $75
Travel Tips: Bus to Essen from Madrid
Travel by bus between Madrid, Spain and Essen, Germany is: Fully open.
Is international entry into Essen from Madrid restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Spain
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Madrid?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Essen, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
The above information was last checked on 7/4/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus to Essen from Madrid closer to your date of departure here
The restriction level for your return bus to Madrid, Spain from Essen is: Fully open.
Is my return bus into Madrid from Essen restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Spain from Essen?
Conditions of reentry:
- Specific entry restrictions may apply for travel to Spain: Canary Islands
What are the safety rules to follow in Madrid, Spain?
The government of Spain has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
Last checked on 7/1/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus to Madrid from Essen closer to your date of departure here here.
When departing from Madrid, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, Madrid, Estación de Moncloa and Madrid, Méndez Álvaro - Terminal. When arriving in Essen, you can end your trip in bus stations like Essen, Freiheit / Am Hauptbahnhof (Ruhrbahn KundenCenter), Essen, Hauptbahnhof Südseite and Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof).
Omio customers book a bus from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha to Essen, Freiheit / Am Hauptbahnhof (Ruhrbahn KundenCenter) most frequently for this route.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city center, and they get off the bus at Essen, Freiheit / Am Hauptbahnhof (Ruhrbahn KundenCenter), located 0.4 miles (668 m) away from the city center.
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