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

The bus ticket price from Salzburg to Essen starts at US$58. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Essen?

The average travel time between Salzburg and Essen is around 14h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 595 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Salzburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Salzburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Salzburg to Essen?

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

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

Buses travelling between Salzburg and Essen leave from P+R Süd or Hbf and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Bus Salzburg to Essen from US$58 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Salzburg to Essen on 30 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:45	P+R Süd	18h 40m	06:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
17:35	P+R Süd	13h 50m	07:25	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
20:55	P+R Süd	14h 55m	11:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
23:20	P+R Süd	13h 30m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
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 59 minutes and with fares starting at just US$84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 59mAverage duration

594 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$58 - US$142	Average duration14h 45m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$84 - US$190	Average duration8h 59m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Bus Salzburg to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$62

Average bus trip duration14h 45m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure00:15

Distance598 km

Latest bus departure23:20

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 116 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 065 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Salzburg to Essen Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Salzburg to Essen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Salzburg and Essen?

Stops in Salzburg

A - P+R Süd

B - Hbf

C - Salzburg Airport

D - Süd - Alpenstraße

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salzburg - Essen

How much does a bus ticket from Salzburg to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Salzburg to Essen starts at US$58. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Essen?
The average travel time between Salzburg and Essen is around 14h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 595 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Salzburg and Essen?
The number of buses from Salzburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Salzburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Salzburg to Essen?
When taking the bus from Salzburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Salzburg to Essen?
Buses travelling between Salzburg and Essen leave from P+R Süd or Hbf and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Salzburg to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Salzburg to Essen.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Salzburg to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Salzburg to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time14h 45m	Avg priceUS$62	Daily departures9
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time8h 59m	Avg priceUS$104	Daily departures2

Will you be returning to Salzburg by bus?

Bus from Essen to Salzburg

You can also go to Essen by train

Train from Salzburg to Essen

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