Bus Tickets from Essen to Lübeck

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Next departures for Essen to Lübeck on October 8
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Lübeck

Bus
Average PriceUS$40 - US$53Average Duration9h 55m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$69 - US$143Average Duration4h 24m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Essen to Lübeck

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
9h 55mAverage Duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Lübeck: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$43
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance364 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Essen to Lübeck Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Lübeck

  1. What is the distance between Essen and Lübeck?

    It's about 367 km (228 miles) from Essen to Lübeck.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Lübeck?

    Buses departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen will take you to Hbf in Lübeck.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Lübeck was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of US$40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Lübeck, as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Essen and Lübeck!

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 Essen to Lübeck.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Essen to Lübeck.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Lübeck while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Lübeck to Essen

You can also go to Lübeck by train

Train from Essen to Lübeck

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