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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gare routière de Genève | Essen | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:37 PM CET.
Get from Geneva to Essen
The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Geneva and Essen?
Stops in Geneva
- APlace Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland
- B
Genève Airport
- C
Stade de Geneve
Geneva,, Switzerland - D
Saint Julien en Genevois - Suisse
Route de Saint-Julien 302, 1258 Perly-Certoux, Switzerland - E
Gaillard - Suisse
Route Blanche 24, 1226 Thônex, Switzerland - F
Genève Champel
Genève Champel, Gare, 1206 Genf, Switzerland
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 from Geneva to Essen 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 Geneva to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Geneva to Essen start at R 1 133. The average price for this route is around R 1 556. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Geneva to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Geneva to Essen is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 587 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Geneva to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Geneva to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Geneva to Essen at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Geneva to Essen?
A bus trip from Geneva to Essen produces an estimated 15 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 Geneva 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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Geneva to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Geneva 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 Geneva 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 Geneva to Essen was searched and found on 01 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 057To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Geneva to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 057 to R 1 921 for a bus ticket from Geneva to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 253, which is on 2025-12-03.
