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Next departures for Essen to Bratislava on August 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	20h	9:15am	Bratislava Airport (BTS)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:57pm	HBF	15h 13m	8:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
	7:50am	Essen	1d 7h	3:35pm	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
	12:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h	5:15pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:57pm	HBF	15h 48m	8:45am	Most SNP	No tags
	4:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	19h 46m	12:01am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:03pm	HBF	17h 37m	2:40pm	Most SNP	No tags
	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	19h 57m	4:42am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Bratislava

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 13 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 115,922, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

13h 41mAverage Duration

503 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 137,260 - ARS 437,082	Average Duration19h 16m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 115,922 - ARS 608,757	Average Duration13h 41m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Essen and Bratislava

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
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Bratislava

A
Bratislava Airport
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B
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
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BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia

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FlixBus

3.5/515,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,704 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

SK bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Deutsche Bahn, Sindbad, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Bratislava 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 Essen to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Bratislava start from ARS 137,260. The average price for this route is around ARS 195,120. 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 Essen to Bratislava?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Bratislava is 19h 16m, covering a distance of 505 miles (813 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Bratislava at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Essen to Bratislava generates an estimated 20.3243 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Bratislava?
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 12649 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

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The cheapest trip from Essen to Bratislava was searched and found on Aug 30, 2026 with a price of ARS 131,666

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

You can expect to pay from ARS 131,666 to ARS 278,222 for a bus ticket from Essen to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 131,666 which is on 2026-08-30.

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.