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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hannover ZOB | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
| Hannover ZOB | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| Hannover ZOB | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + National Express | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Hannover ZOB | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + National Express | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Hanover to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 1,543, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Hanover and Essen
Stops in Hanover
- A
Hannover ZOB
Rundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany - B
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany - C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - D
Hanover Bus Stop
Hannah-Arendt-Platz 1, 30159 Hannover, Germany - E
Zentrale Omnibus Bahnhof- Bushalte 5C Ecke Hamburger Allee/Cellerstrasse
Hindenburgstraße 34, 30175 Hanover, Bushalte 5C Ecke Hamburger Allee/Cellerstrasse
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Based on 15034 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 RUB 1,543
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hanover to Essen 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 Hanover to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hanover to Essen start from RUB 1,543. The average price for this route is around RUB 1,939. 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 Hanover to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Hanover to Essen is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hanover to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Hanover to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Hanover to Essen at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hanover to Essen?
A bus trip from Hanover to Essen generates an estimated 5.339125 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.
The cheapest trip from Hanover to Essen was searched and found on Aug 6, 2026 with a price of RUB 1,496To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hanover to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 1,496 to RUB 1,998 for a bus ticket from Hanover to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 1,898 which is on 2026-08-09.
What's the cheapest way to go from Hanover to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
