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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | HAM Airport | HBF | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Essen?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Essen start at R 310. The average price for this route is around R 558. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Essen is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 316 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Essen at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Essen?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Essen produces an estimated 8 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 Hamburg 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 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Essen was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 311To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 311 to R 1 232 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 311, which is on 2025-12-11.
What's the cheapest way to go from Hamburg to Essen?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
