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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Mainz | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
DB Regio Mitte + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Mainz Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
| Mainz | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
DB Regio Mitte + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Mainz Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Mainz | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
DB Regio Mitte + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Mainz Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Regio Mitte + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Mainz Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Regio Mitte + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Mainz Central Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Mainz to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just THB 1,157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Mainz and Essen
Stops in Mainz
- A
Mainz
Hechtsheimer Str. 65, 55131 Mainz, Germany - B
Mainz- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 16- gegenüberliegende Straßenseite
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 16 (gegenüberliegende Straßenseite), 55118 Mainz
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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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 Mainz 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 Mainz to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mainz to Essen start from THB 1,018. The average price for this route is around THB 1,821. 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 Mainz to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Mainz to Essen is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 114 miles (184 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Mainz to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mainz to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Mainz to Essen at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mainz to Essen?
A bus trip from Mainz to Essen generates an estimated 4.5863000000000005 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 Mainz to Essen was searched and found on Sep 7, 2026 with a price of THB 1,265To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mainz to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from THB 1,265 to THB 2,492 for a bus ticket from Mainz to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 1,265 which is on 2026-09-07.
What's the cheapest way to go from Mainz to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
