Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Kyiv Bus Station 10 platform | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dachna | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | HBF , Sudseite, Essen | vul. Petliury 32, Avtostanciia 'Kyiv', platforma nr 35-37 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Kiev Symona Petlyury St | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Kyiv
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kyiv. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£40 - £161 | Average duration1d 10h | 41kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£145 - £145 | Average duration23h 40m | 69kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Kyiv?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- B
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - CAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Kyiv
- ASymona Petlyury St 28, Kyiv, Ukraine
- BNauky Ave, 4/2, Kyiv, Ukraine
- C
Dachna
Volodymyrs'kyi Passage, 2663, Kyiv, Ukraine - DVokzal'na Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine
- E
Kharkivska Airport Bus Location
Mykoly Bazhana Ave, 36А, Kyivm, Ukraine, 02000 - FZaliznychne Hwy, 10, Kyiv, Ukraine
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Kyiv
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Kyiv?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Kyiv start from £40. The average price for this route is around £82. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Kyiv?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Kyiv is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1012 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 5h and is operated by LEX CLUB.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Kyiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad, KLR Bus, Orion Bus, Euroclub, East West Eurolines, Agat, Eurolines Madeltrans, Eurovoyage, Bus-Lines, Benz Express, LIKEBUS, Volodymyrets Transservice, Way Grand, TopUkraine, Infobus, Travel Bus, Zesen Trans, Openline, Grandes Tour, TocoBus, LEX CLUB.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Kyiv?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Kyiv at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Kyiv?
A bus journey from Essen to Kyiv produces an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Essen to Kyiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grandes Tour, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Kyiv?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Grandes Tour has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Kyiv?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grandes Tour, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Kyiv?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Grandes Tour, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Kyiv was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Kyiv as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £38 to £129 for a bus ticket from Essen to Kyiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £54, which is on 2026-01-29.
Usually Sindbad, Eurovoyage will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Kyiv?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
