How long is the bus ride from Nuremberg to Essen?

The typical travel time from Nuremberg to Essen by bus is around 8h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 7h 20m.

How far is Nuremberg from Essen?

The distance between Nuremberg and Essen is approximately 364 km (226 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Nuremberg to Essen?

Buses departing from Bahnhofstraße, 11 in Nuremberg will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

What is the cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Essen?

The least expensive way to go from Nuremberg to Essen would be going by bus. Starting at US$31, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

How much does it cost to take the bus from Nuremberg to Essen?

The bus from Nuremberg to Essen will cost you US$41, on average.

Can I take an overnight bus from Nuremberg to Essen?

Yes! If you're heading from Nuremberg to Essen, you'll find buses departing until 11:15pm and arriving the next day.

Nuremberg to Essen Bus Tickets

Compare 3 ways to go from Nuremberg to Essen

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$31 - US$142	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$45 - US$217	Average Duration4h 28m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average PriceUS$26 - US$58	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Nuremberg to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

US$26Cheapest ticket

15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nuremberg to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$41

Average Bus Trip Duration8h 30m

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure12:05am

Distance364 km

Latest bus departure11:15pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,623 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,211 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Infobus, RegioJet, Ecolines

Nuremberg to Essen Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Nuremberg and Essen?

Stops in Nuremberg

A - Bahnhofstraße, 11

B - Bahnhofstraße, 87

C - Schlachthofstraße 11

D - Breslauer Str. 304

E - Frankenschnellweg

F - Nürnberg Rennweg

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Nuremberg - Essen

How long is the bus ride from Nuremberg to Essen?
The typical travel time from Nuremberg to Essen by bus is around 8h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 7h 20m.
How far is Nuremberg from Essen?
The distance between Nuremberg and Essen is approximately 364 km (226 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Nuremberg to Essen?
Buses departing from Bahnhofstraße, 11 in Nuremberg will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.
What is the cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Essen?
The least expensive way to go from Nuremberg to Essen would be going by bus. Starting at US$31, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Nuremberg to Essen?
The bus from Nuremberg to Essen will cost you US$41, on average.
Can I take an overnight bus from Nuremberg to Essen?
Yes! If you're heading from Nuremberg to Essen, you'll find buses departing until 11:15pm and arriving the next day.

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 Nuremberg and Essen!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Nuremberg to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Nuremberg to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Nuremberg to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time8h 30m	Avg PriceUS$41	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time4h 28m	Avg PriceUS$122	Daily Departures15
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time5h	Avg PriceUS$43	Daily Departures6

Will you be returning to Nuremberg by bus?

Bus from Nuremberg to Essen

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Train from Nuremberg to Essen

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