Is there a way to reach Essen from Paris without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Paris to Essen. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and eco-friendly way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Paris to Essen?

The travel time from Paris to Essen is about 10h 22m, but you can get there in as little as 8h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 273 miles (440 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Paris and Essen?

The distance separating Paris and Essen is 273 miles (440 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Paris to Essen?

If you're headed to Essen from Paris, chances are that your bus will leave from Bercy Seine and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Essen?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Paris to Essen by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $31.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Paris to Essen?

You can expect to pay around $50 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $31 and $186, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Paris to Essen Bus Tickets

TodayJun 6

from $70

TomorrowJun 7

from $57

SunJun 8

from $63

MonJun 9

from $82

TueJun 10

from $55

WedJun 11

from $33

ThuJun 12

from $32

FriJun 13

from $35

Next departures to Essen

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 7 at 10:00am
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Aéroport CDG
Arrival time: June 7 at 7:45pm
Destination city: Essen
Destination location: Essen
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 7 at 4:30pm
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Bercy Seine
Arrival time: June 8 at 1:00am
Destination city: Essen
Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 30m
Departure time: June 7 at 8:30am
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Bercy Seine
Arrival time: June 7 at 7:45pm
Destination city: Essen
Destination location: Essen
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 15m
Departure time: June 7 at 4:05am
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Bercy Seine
Arrival time: June 7 at 2:55pm
Destination city: Essen
Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 50m
Departure time: June 7 at 10:00pm
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Bercy Seine
Arrival time: June 8 at 7:01am
Destination city: Essen
Destination location: HBF
Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 1m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Paris to Essen.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $186	Average Duration10h 22m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$168 - $168	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $87	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Paris to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Paris to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$50

Average bus trip duration10h 22m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure1:00am

Distance273 miles (440 km)

Latest bus departure11:40pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,918 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,304 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Paris to Essen Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Paris and Essen?

Stops in Paris

A - Bercy Seine

B - Charles de Gaulle Airport

C - Orly Airport

D - Paris (Pont de Levallois)

E - La Défense

F - Massy

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions for your trip Paris - Essen

Is there a way to reach Essen from Paris without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Paris to Essen?
What is the distance between Paris and Essen?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Paris to Essen?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Essen?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Paris to Essen?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/04

$35

06/05

$66

Today

$65

06/07

$53

06/08

$59

06/09

$77

06/10

$51

06/11

$31

The cheapest trip from Paris to Essen was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paris to Essen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $132 for a bus ticket from Paris to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-06-11.

Usually Flixbus (FR) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Paris to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Paris to Essen.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Paris to Essen will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Paris to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Essen?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h 22m	Avg Price$50	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time7h 5m	Avg Price$168	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 40m	Avg Price$62	Daily Departures3

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Bus Paris to Essen: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Paris and Essen?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Paris - Essen

Is there a way to reach Essen from Paris without flying?

How long is the bus trip from Paris to Essen?

What is the distance between Paris and Essen?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Paris to Essen?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Essen?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Paris to Essen?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Essen?

Will you be returning to Paris by bus?

You can also go to Essen by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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