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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Essen
Cheapest price
100S$
Average price
108S$
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
21 h 14 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
972 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Essen will cost around 108S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 100S$.
Of the 6 buses that leave Budapest for Essen every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 972 km distance in an average of 21 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 30 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.
10:20 PM22h30Budapest8:50 PMEssen100 S$1One-way0 changes- 9:20 PM22h30Budapest7:50 PMEssen101 S$1One-way0 changes
- 9:00 PM20h50Budapest5:50 PMEssen101 S$1One-way0 changes
- 10:00 PM20h50Budapest6:50 PMEssen108 S$1One-way0 changes
- 7:20 PM19h30Budapest2:50 PMEssen114 S$1One-way0 changes
- 7:20 PM19h30Budapest2:50 PMEssen114 S$1One-way0 changes
- 10:00 PM20h50Budapest6:50 PMEssen108 S$1One-way0 changes
- 9:00 PM20h50Budapest5:50 PMEssen101 S$1One-way0 changes
- 10:20 PM22h30Budapest8:50 PMEssen100 S$1One-way0 changes
- 9:20 PM22h30Budapest7:50 PMEssen101 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Budapest to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 84S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 84S$, and a flight costs an average of 86S$.
Distance: 972 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
116S$ Average Price Cheapest | 166S$ Average Price | 288S$ Average Price |
19h 15m Average total duration 18h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 24m Average total duration 12h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Essen coaches for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 20h50 | 2:45 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 18h18 | 12:48 PM Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 6:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 17h58 | 12:48 PM Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 22h35 | 5:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 21h47 | 5:02 PM Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h20 | 5:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 24h03 | 8:48 PM Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 19h30 | 4:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 9:30 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 23h18 | 8:48 PM Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 21h20 | 7:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 20h50 | 7:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 20h30 | 7:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 20h30 | 7:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 21h13 | 8:48 PM Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 11:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 21h03 | 8:48 PM Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Essen
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Buses from Budapest to Essen run on average 26 times per day, taking around 18h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 84S$ but you can travel from only 66S$ by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 972 km distance in 17h 3m.
Distance 972 km |
Average bus duration 18h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price 84S$ |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 3m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to EssenYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Essen with FlixBus for as low as 66S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Essen by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Essen
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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