How much does a bus ticket from Jena to Essen cost?

The bus ticket price from Jena to Essen starts at US$47. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Jena 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!

How long is the bus ride from Jena to Essen?

The average travel time between Jena and Essen is around 10h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 325 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Jena and Essen?

The number of buses from Jena to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Jena to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Jena to Essen?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Jena to Essen?

Buses travelling between Jena and Essen leave from Paradies or Jena Central Bus Station (West) and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Bus Jena to Essen from US$47 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Jena to Essen on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:30	Jena central bus station	10h 55m	12:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
09:40	Jena central bus station	9h 40m	19:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
01:30	Jena central bus station	11h 20m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
05:10	Jena central bus station	11h 15m	16:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
13:40	Jena central bus station	7h 30m	21:10	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Jena to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

10h 30mAverage duration

324 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$47 - US$76	Average duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$37 - US$142	Average duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Bus Jena to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52

Average bus trip duration10h 30m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure01:15

Distance324 km

Latest bus departure13:25

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FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11127 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 US$47

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Jena to Essen Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Jena and Essen?

Stops in Jena

A - Paradies

B - Jena Central Bus Station (West)

C - Jena Bahnhof Göschwitz

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Jena - Essen

How much does a bus ticket from Jena to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Jena to Essen starts at US$47. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Jena 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!
How long is the bus ride from Jena to Essen?
The average travel time between Jena and Essen is around 10h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 325 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Jena and Essen?
The number of buses from Jena to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Jena to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Jena to Essen?
When taking the bus from Jena to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Jena to Essen?
Buses travelling between Jena and Essen leave from Paradies or Jena Central Bus Station (West) and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

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 Jena and Essen!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Jena to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Jena 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 Jena 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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Jena to Essen?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time10h 30m	Avg priceUS$52	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time6h 30m	Avg priceUS$99	Daily departures12

Will you be returning to Jena by bus?

Bus from Essen to Jena

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Train from Jena to Essen

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