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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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 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Gothenburg Landvetter Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Nils Ericson Terminalen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Nils Ericson Terminalen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Nils Ericson Terminalen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Gothenburg Landvetter Airport | No tags |
Get from Essen to Gothenburg
The journey takes about 22 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Gothenburg?
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
Stops in Gothenburg
- BNils Ericson Terminalen, 411 04 Göteborg, Sweden
- CChristina Nilssons gata 1, 411 04 Göteborg, Sweden
- D
Gustav Adolfs Torg
Gustav II Adolfs staty, 411 10 Göteborg, Sweden - E
Bergslagsgatan
Bergslagsgatan 6, 411 04 Göteborg, Sweden - F
Port: Gothenburg
Emigrantvägen 20, 413 27 Göteborg, Sweden
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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 Essen to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Gothenburg start from $76. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Gothenburg?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Gothenburg is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 475 miles (766 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Gothenburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Gothenburg?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Gothenburg at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Gothenburg?
A bus trip from Essen to Gothenburg generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Gothenburg was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $72To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Gothenburg, as early as possible.
