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Next departures from Essen to Malmö on 21 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Bus	01:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	16h	17:05	Centralstation
Bus	06:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h 35m	23:45	Centralstation
Bus	16:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	15h 10m	07:25	Centralstation
Bus	20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	18h 20m	14:25	Centralstation
Bus	22:35	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	20h 25m	19:00	Centralstation

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Malmö. The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

16h 20mAverage duration

377 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNZ$149 - NZ$348	Average duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNZ$230 - NZ$324	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Essen and Malmö

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Malmö

A
Centralstation
Centralplan, 21120 Malmö, Sweden
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B
Malmö Airport
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C
Norra Vallgatan
Norra Vallgatan 60, 211 22 Malmö, Sweden
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D
Skeppsbron
Skeppsbron 10, Malmo,, Sweden
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E
Oresundsterminalen
Oresundsterminalen, Malmo,, Sweden
F
Terminalen
Stortorget 29, 211 34 Malmo, Sweden

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513,054 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

KLR Bus

4.1/522 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi4.7

SE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Malmö

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 Malmö?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Malmö start from NZ$149. The average price for this route is around NZ$214. 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 Malmö?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Malmö is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 377 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Malmö route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Malmö?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Malmö at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Malmö?
A bus journey from Essen to Malmö produces an estimated 15.186699999999998 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 Malmö?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Malmö?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Malmö?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Malmö?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.