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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Essen
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Essen will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Paris for Essen on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 327 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $59.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price | $127 Average price |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paris to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Essen buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:55 AM Paris | 5h15 | 2:10 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:40 PM Paris | 6h20 | 8:00 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Essen.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Essen.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Essen
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Belgium
Buses from Paris to Essen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Best day to book ahead 2 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris to EssenYou can travel by bus between Paris to Essen with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Paris to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Essen by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to Essen
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station)
- Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km)
- Chez Georges (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 82, 244 Metro: 1 RER: C
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