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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen | International Bus Stop - 51 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Essen | International Bus Stop - 51 | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:24 AM CEST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Ulm
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Ulm. The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Ulm?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CEssen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Ulm
- AEberhard-Finckh-Straße 34, 89075 Ulm, Germany
- BFriedrich-Ebert-Straße 12, 89073 Ulm, Germany
- C
Bushaltestelle Ulm Einsteinstraße
Einsteinstraße 93, 89077 Ulm, Germany - D
Ulm, Böfingen, Eberhard-Finckhstr. 34
Eythstraße 24, 89075 Ulm, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Ulm 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 Ulm?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Ulm start from $56. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Ulm?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Ulm is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 399 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Ulm route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Ulm?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Ulm at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Ulm?
A bus trip from Essen to Ulm generates an estimated 9.968525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Ulm?
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 11595 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Ulm?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Essen to Ulm?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Ulm?
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.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Ulm was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Ulm, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $205 for a bus ticket from Essen to Ulm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2026-04-16.
