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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 18:32 GMT.
Compare 2 ways to travel from London to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£56 - £158 | Average duration17h 25m | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£46 - £58 | Average duration6h 50m | 21kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in London and Essen?
Stops in London
- A164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- B235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
- C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK - D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK - E26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
- FThe Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Essen
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 London to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from London to Essen start from £56. The average price for this route is around £73. 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 London to Essen?
The average bus journey time from London to Essen is 17h 25m, covering a distance of 308 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the London to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from London to Essen at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Essen?
A bus journey from London to Essen produces an estimated 12 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 London to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 London to Essen was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £59To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £59 to £79 for a bus ticket from London to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £59, which is on 2025-12-06.
