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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Militari | HBF | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Militari | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Militari | HBF | No tags |
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Get from Bucharest to Essen
The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Essen?
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- CAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- D
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
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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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bucharest to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Essen start from $142. The average price for this route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Bucharest to Essen is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 998 miles (1609 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Essen at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 5:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Essen?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Essen generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Essen was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $139To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Essen, as early as possible.
