Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Kiev Vydubychi Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Tsentralniy avtovokzal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Tsentralniy avtovokzal | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Kyiv
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kyiv. The journey takes about 23 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 019 - R 5 692 | Average duration1d 10h | 41kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 2 163 - R 2 421 | Average duration23h | 69kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Kyiv?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- B
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - CAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Kyiv
- ANauky Ave, 4/2, Kyiv, Ukraine
- B
Dachna
Volodymyrs'kyi Passage, 2663, Kyiv, Ukraine - CSymona Petlyury St 28, Kyiv, Ukraine
- DVokzal'na Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine
- E
Kharkivska Airport Bus Location
Mykoly Bazhana Ave, 36А, Kyivm, Ukraine, 02000 - FZaliznychne Hwy, 10, Kyiv, Ukraine
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Kyiv by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Kyiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Kyiv start at R 1 019. The average price for this route is around R 2 295. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Kyiv?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Kyiv is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1642 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by LEX CLUB.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Kyiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad, Orion Bus, KLR Bus, Euroclub, Agat, Eurolines Madeltrans, Eurovoyage, East West Eurolines, Benz Express, Infobus, LIKEBUS, Volodymyrets Transservice, Way Grand, TopUkraine, Travel Bus, Zesen Trans, Openline, Grandes Tour, TocoBus, Bus-Lines, LEX CLUB.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Kyiv?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Kyiv at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Kyiv?
A bus trip from Essen to Kyiv produces an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Kyiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grandes Tour, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Kyiv?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Grandes Tour has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Kyiv?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grandes Tour, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Kyiv?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Grandes Tour, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Essen to Kyiv was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 233To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Kyiv as early as possible.
