How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Gera?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Gera start from $71. The average price for this route is around $90. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Gera?

The average bus travel time from Essen to Gera is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 359 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Gera route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Gera?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Gera at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 1:40am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Gera?

A bus trip from Essen to Gera generates an estimated 8.965475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Essen to Gera from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Essen to Gera on June 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Bus	1:30am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 25m	12:55pm	Gera Bushaltestelle
Bus	4:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 40m	2:55pm	Gera Bushaltestelle
Bus	10:45pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	14h 10m	12:55pm	Gera Bushaltestelle
Bus	1:30am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 25m	12:55pm	Gera Bushaltestelle
Bus	4:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 40m	2:55pm	Gera Bushaltestelle

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Gera

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Gera. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

359 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$71 - $134	Average Duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $456	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Gera?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Gera

A
Gera Bushaltestelle
Friedrich-Engels-Straße 1B, 07545 Gera, Germany
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B
Gera Weg der Freundschaft 4
Gera, Germany
C
Gera Siemensstr. McDonald's
Gera,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,749 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12749 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 Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $71

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, KLR Bus

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Gera by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Gera?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Gera start from $71. The average price for this route is around $90. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Gera?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Gera is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 359 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Gera route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Gera?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Gera at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 1:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Gera?
A bus trip from Essen to Gera generates an estimated 8.965475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.