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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bercy Seine | Essen | Cheapest | |||||
 | Bercy Seine | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| Porte Maillot | Essen | No tags | |||||
BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa + BlaBlaCar Bus | Paris Orly Airport (ORY) | Essen | No tags | |||||
| Bercy Seine | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Paris to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 2,202, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceRUB 2,202 - RUB 14,643 | Average duration11h 25m | 11kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceRUB 12,912 - RUB 12,912 | Average duration7h 5m | 11kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Paris and Essen?
Stops in Paris
- B24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
- D210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
- E
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France - F7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CEssen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Paris 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 Paris to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Paris to Essen start from RUB 2,202. The average price for this route is around RUB 3,353. 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 Paris to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Paris to Essen is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 271 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Paris to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paris to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Paris to Essen at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paris to Essen?
A bus journey from Paris to Essen produces an estimated 10.904 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 Paris 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 11630 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris 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 Paris to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paris 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 Paris to Essen was searched and found on 23 Apr 2026 with a price of RUB 2,408To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paris to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 2,408 to RUB 8,976 for a bus ticket from Paris to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 2,408, which is on 2026-04-23.
Usually FlixBus 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 Paris to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
