Bus from Essen to Munich: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Essen to Munich on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Essen
    ZOB HackerbrückeCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:32 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Munich

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    4carpool per day
    6h 30mAverage Duration
    494 kmDistance
    21kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$53 - $354Average Duration1d 1h
    12kg CO₂e
    Average Price$29 - $379Average Duration6h 17m
    12kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average Price$32 - $99Average Duration6h 30m
    21kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Munich by bus

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

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Munich?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Munich start from $53. The average price for this route is around $117. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Essen to Munich?

      The average bus travel time from Essen to Munich is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 491 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Essen to Munich route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Munich?

      The earliest bus departs from Essen to Munich at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Munich?

      A bus trip from Essen to Munich generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Essen to Munich?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Munich?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Essen to Munich?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Munich?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-30
    $145
    12-01
    No data
    Today
    No data
    12-03
    $192
    12-04
    $179
    12-05
    $163
    12-06
    $157
    12-07
    $127
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Munich was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $127

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

    You can expect to pay from $127 to $192 for a bus ticket from Essen to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2025-12-07.

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