Bus from Essen to Budapest: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Essen to Budapest on December 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Mexikói útNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
KelenföldNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Mexikói útNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
KelenföldNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Budapest

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day
12h 30mAverage Duration
603 milesDistance
41kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$70 - $170Average Duration21h
24kg CO₂e
Average Price$102 - $115Average Duration17h 16m
23kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$78 - $154Average Duration12h 30m
41kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Budapest by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Budapest?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Budapest start from $70. The average price for this route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Essen to Budapest is 21h, covering a distance of 606 miles (978 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Essen to Budapest route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Budapest?

    The earliest bus departs from Essen to Budapest at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Budapest?

    A bus trip from Essen to Budapest generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Essen to Budapest?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Budapest?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Budapest?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Budapest?

    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.

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