Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Get from Riga to Essen
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riga and Essen?
Stops in Riga
- BPrāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
- C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia - D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
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 Riga 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 Riga to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Riga to Essen start from £79. The average price for this route is around £80. 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 Riga to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Riga to Essen is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 779 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Ecolines.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Essen route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Essen at 09:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Essen?
A bus journey from Riga to Essen produces an estimated 31 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 Riga to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ecolines, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 147 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riga 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 Riga to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ecolines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
