Find coaches from Budapest to Essen

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Next departures from Budapest to Essen on 30 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Kelenföld
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBus
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBus
Könyves Kálmán
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBus
Mexikói út
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBus
Kelenföld
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Essen

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
11h 10mAverage duration
973 kmDistance
41kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$92 - US$179Average duration21h 50m
24kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$84 - US$87Average duration11h 10m
41kg CO₂e

Bus Budapest to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$111
Average bus trip duration21h 50m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure01:45
Distance973 km
Latest bus departure23:20

Budapest to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Budapest - Essen

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Essen cost?

    The bus ticket price from Budapest to Essen starts at US$92. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Essen?

    The average travel time between Budapest and Essen is around 21h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 974 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Essen?

    The number of buses from Budapest to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Essen?

    When taking the bus from Budapest to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Essen?

    Buses travelling between Budapest and Essen leave from Budapest Airport or Népliget and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Essen was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$83

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Essen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$83 to US$109 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$83, which is on 2025-10-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Budapest and Essen!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Budapest to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Budapest to Essen will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Budapest to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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