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Compare 2 ways to go from Zagreb to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$67 - US$299Average Duration21h 30m
23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$104 - US$104Average Duration12h
38kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Zagreb to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 12 hours, and with fares starting at just US$104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
12hAverage Duration
US$104Cheapest ticket
38kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zagreb to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$144
Average Bus Trip Duration21h 30m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure8:35am
Distance910 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Zagreb to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Zagreb - Essen

  1. How long is the trip from Zagreb to Essen by bus?

    The bus ride from Zagreb to Essen takes 21h 30m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Essen in 17h 40m

  2. What is the travel distance from Zagreb to Essen?

    Zagreb and Essen are 909 km (564 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Zagreb to Essen?

    Buses departing from Autobusni kolodvor in Zagreb will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Essen?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Zagreb to Essen. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$67, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Zagreb to Essen?

    The bus from Zagreb to Essen will cost you US$144, on average.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Zagreb to Essen?

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

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Zagreb to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Zagreb to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Zagreb to Essen will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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.

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