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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | |||||
| HAM Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Essen?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Essen start from $18. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Hamburg to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Essen is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 196 miles (316 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Essen at 3:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Essen?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Essen generates an estimated 8 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 Hamburg 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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Essen?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Essen?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Essen was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $78 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-04.
