How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Essen?

The bus ride from Bratislava to Essen takes 20h 12m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 16h 20m.

How far is Bratislava from Essen?

Bratislava and Essen are 812 km (504 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bratislava to Essen?

Buses departing from Bratislava Airport in Bratislava will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

What is the cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Essen?

Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Bratislava to Essen. Starting at US$50, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

How much does it cost to take the bus from Bratislava to Essen?

The bus from Bratislava to Essen will cost you US$52, on average.

Can I take an overnight bus from Bratislava to Essen?

Yes! If you're heading from Bratislava to Essen, you'll find buses departing until 11:40pm and arriving the next day.

Bratislava to Essen Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Bratislava to Essen

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$50 - US$82	Average Duration20h 12m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average PriceUS$85 - US$85	Average Duration11h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Bratislava to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 20 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

20h 12mAverage Duration

US$50Cheapest ticket

20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bratislava to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$52

Average Bus Trip Duration20h 12m

Number of daily buses26

Earliest bus departure7:15am

Distance812 km

Latest bus departure11:40pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,590 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Based on 8590 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$50.00

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Bratislava to Essen Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Bratislava and Essen?

Stops in Bratislava

A - Bratislava Airport

B - Petržalka Einsteinova

C - Most SNP

D - AS Mlynské nivy

E - Staatsgrenze

F - BTS Airport

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bratislava - Essen

How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Essen?
The bus ride from Bratislava to Essen takes 20h 12m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 16h 20m.
How far is Bratislava from Essen?
Bratislava and Essen are 812 km (504 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bratislava to Essen?
Buses departing from Bratislava Airport in Bratislava will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Essen?
Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Bratislava to Essen. Starting at US$50, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Bratislava to Essen?
The bus from Bratislava to Essen will cost you US$52, on average.
Can I take an overnight bus from Bratislava to Essen?
Yes! If you're heading from Bratislava to Essen, you'll find buses departing until 11:40pm and arriving the next day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bratislava to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bratislava to Essen.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Bratislava to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bratislava to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Bratislava to Essen?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time20h 12m	Avg PriceUS$52	Daily Departures26
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time11h	Avg PriceUS$85	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Bratislava by bus?

Bus from Bratislava to Essen

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