Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gare Routière de Tours | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare Routière de Tours | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare Routière de Tours | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tours Peupliers | Essen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tours Peupliers | Essen | No tags |
Get from Tours to Essen
The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tours and Essen?
Stops in Tours
- A166 Rue Édouard Vaillant, 37000 Tours, France
- B
Tours - Edouard Vaillant
174 Rue Édouard Vaillant, 37000 Tours, France - C
Parking des Peupliers - Arrêt de bus
76 Rue Bernard Palissy, 37000 Tours - D
Tours Halte SNCF
Tours,, France
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 Tours 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 Tours to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Tours to Essen start from £37. The average price for this route is around £44. 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 Tours to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Tours to Essen is 14h, covering a distance of 396 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tours to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tours to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Tours to Essen at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tours to Essen?
A bus journey from Tours to Essen produces an estimated 16 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 Tours 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 11357 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tours 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 Tours 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 Tours 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 Tours to Essen was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of £35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tours to Essen as early as possible.
