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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Frankfurt - Main bus station | Essen | Cheapest | |||||
| Frankfurt Main Airport P36 | Essen | Fastest | |||||
| Frankfurt - Main bus station | Essen | No tags | |||||
| Frankfurt Main Airport P36 | Essen | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Essen?
Stops in Frankfurt am Main
- B
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - C
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - D
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen start from $17. The average price for this route is around $73. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is 19h 30m, covering a distance of 118 miles (190 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Essen at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen generates an estimated 4.742274999999999 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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 11919 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen was searched and found on Jun 17, 2026 with a price of $19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $175 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-06-20.
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.
