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Next departures from Zürich to Essen on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
    		Airport (ZLC)
    		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitCheapest
    Flixbus
      		Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
      		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitFastest
      Flixbus
        		Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
        		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
        Flixbus + Flixtrain
          		Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
          		HBFNo tags
          Flixbus
            		Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
            		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

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            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 856, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2carpool per day
            6h 30mAverage duration
            469 kmDistance
            20kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceR 690 - R 3 174Average duration22h 55m
            12kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceR 856 - R 1 254Average duration6h 30m
            20kg CO₂e

            Bus Zürich to Essen: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceR 1 369
            Average bus trip duration22h 55m
            Number of daily buses3
            Earliest bus departure00:00
            Distance466 km
            Latest bus departure23:30

            Zürich to Essen Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Essen

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Zürich to Essen cost?

              The bus ticket price from Zürich to Essen starts at R 690. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Essen?

              The average travel time between Zürich and Essen is around 22h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 468 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Zürich and Essen?

              The number of buses from Zürich to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Essen?

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

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Essen?

              Buses travelling between Zürich and Essen leave from Zürich Airport or Sihlquai - Limmatstraße and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            02/11
            R 742
            03/11
            R 1 803
            Today
            R 912
            05/11
            R 764
            06/11
            R 774
            07/11
            R 704
            08/11
            R 1 382
            09/11
            R 1 318
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Essen was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of R 704

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Essen as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 704 to R 2 545 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 704, which is on 2025-11-07.

            Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

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

            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Zürich to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Zürich 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 Zürich to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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            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.

            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.

            The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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