How much is the bus ticket from Salzburg to Essen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Salzburg to Essen start at R 1 387. The average price for this route is around R 1 408. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Salzburg to Essen?

The average bus journey time from Salzburg to Essen is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 598 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Salzburg to Essen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salzburg to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Salzburg to Essen at 03:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salzburg to Essen?

A bus trip from Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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.

Bus Salzburg to Essen from R 1 387 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Salzburg to Essen on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	P+R Süd	16h	22:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	08:45	P+R Süd	15h 10m	23:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	17:35	P+R Süd	13h 50m	07:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	20:55	P+R Süd	14h 55m	11:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	23:20	P+R Süd	12h 30m	11:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salzburg to Essen

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 8 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 722, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 32mAverage duration

594 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 387 - R 2 110	Average duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 722 - R 2 837	Average duration8h 32m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Salzburg and Essen?

Stops in Salzburg

A
P+R Süd
Hellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
C
Salzburg Airport
D
Süd - Alpenstraße
Alpenstraße, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 615 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 228 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salzburg to Essen start at R 1 387. The average price for this route is around R 1 408. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Salzburg to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Salzburg to Essen is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 598 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salzburg to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salzburg to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Salzburg to Essen at 03:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salzburg to Essen?
A bus trip from Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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.