Next bus departures

Next departures for Essen to Paderborn on July 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:50pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 25m	12:15am	Maspernplatz	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 30m	11:45pm	Maspernplatz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:47 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Paderborn

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Paderborn. The journey takes about 1 hour 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just CZK 495, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 49mAverage Duration

123 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCZK 460 - CZK 715	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCZK 495 - CZK 2,279	Average Duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Essen and Paderborn

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 Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Paderborn

A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
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B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
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C
Borchener Str
Borchener Str. 334, 33106 Paderborn, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513,093 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 13093 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 CZK 460

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Paderborn 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 Paderborn?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Paderborn start from CZK 460. The average price for this route is around CZK 538. 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 Paderborn?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Paderborn is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 124 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Paderborn 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 Paderborn?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Paderborn at 4:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Paderborn?
A bus trip from Essen to Paderborn generates an estimated 3.0980499999999997 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07-27

CZK 495

07-28

CZK 483

Today

CZK 393

07-30

No data

07-31

No data

08-01

CZK 370

08-02

No data

08-03

No data

The cheapest trip from Essen to Paderborn was searched and found on Aug 1, 2026 with a price of CZK 370

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

You can expect to pay from CZK 370 to CZK 495 for a bus ticket from Essen to Paderborn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 370 which is on 2026-08-01.