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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:32 PM GMT.
Compare 2 ways to go from London to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$73 - $206 | Average Duration17h 25m | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$60 - $75 | Average Duration6h 50m | 21kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in London and Essen?
Stops in London
- A164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- B235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
- C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK - D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK - E26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
- FThe Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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 London 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 London to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Essen start from $73. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 London to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from London to Essen is 17h 25m, covering a distance of 308 miles (496 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the London 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 London to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from London to Essen at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Essen?
A bus trip from London to Essen generates an estimated 12 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 London 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 London 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 London 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 London 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 London to Essen was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $77To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $77 to $102 for a bus ticket from London to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-12-06.
