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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Kiel | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 16:20 CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Kiel to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kiel and Essen?
Stops in Kiel
- A
Kiel (ZOB am Hbf)
Holstenstraße 64, 24103 Kiel, Germany - B
Bushaltestelle Kiel
Kaistraße 100, 24114 Kiel, Germany - C
Raiffeisenstraße
Raiffeisenstraße 2, 24103 Kiel, Germany - D
Norwegenkai
Zur Fähre 1, 24143 Kiel, Germany
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
Compare bus companies
Based on 12146 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at €25
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kiel 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 Kiel to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Kiel to Essen start from €25. The average price for this route is around €37. 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 Kiel to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Kiel to Essen is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 382 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Kiel to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kiel to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Kiel to Essen at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kiel to Essen?
A bus journey from Kiel to Essen produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kiel to Essen was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kiel to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €22 to €22 for a bus ticket from Kiel to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €22, which is on 2026-01-26.