Vienna to Essen Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Vienna and Essen?

The distance between these two places is a total of 594 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Vienna and Essen?

The average travel time between the stations is 11:27 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Vienna to Essen?

The price of a bus ticket from Vienna to Essen ranges from £47 to £112.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Vienna to Essen?

The average number of daily departures is 18. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: How many direct buses are there from Vienna to Essen?

There are 14 from Vienna to Essen. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Vienna to Essen?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Vienna to Essen by bus?

To travel from Vienna to Essen by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Vienna and Essen?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Vienna?

The first bus departs at 02:40, and the last bus departs at 23:45.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Vienna to Essen?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Vienna to Essen Route Overview

Vienna to Essen bus is a popular way of travelling between Austria and Germany.There are up to 18 daily bus departures available, including 10 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Vienna at 02:40h, arriving at Essen at 19:50h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:45h, arriving at 06:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Vienna, Austria

Arrival station and country Essen, Germany

Travel Distance 594 mi

Average Trip Duration 11h 27min

Total Departures 18

Popular Operators FlixBus

Lowest Price £47

Transportation Options Coach, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Vienna to Essen:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

02:40 Vienna

17h 10min

DIRECT

19:50 Essen

FlixBus

from 64.98 € 1

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03:00 Vienna

16h 50min

DIRECT

19:50 Essen

FlixBus

from 64.98 € 1

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07:05 Vienna

9h 5min

DIRECT

16:10 Essen

FlixBus

from 129.97 € 1

M-ticket Best offer on 12. Apr

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17:55 Vienna

13h 25min

DIRECT

07:20 Essen

FlixBus

from 64.48 € 1

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21:00 Vienna

8h 50min

DIRECT

05:50 Essen

FlixBus

from 81.97 € 1

M-ticket Best offer on 12. Apr

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Traveling by coach from Vienna to Essen

The shortest travel distance between Vienna and Essen is 594 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 17:35 has a travel time of 05:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 17:10h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Essen earlier, there are 10 overnight coaches from Vienna to Essen. The overnight coaches depart between 14:35 and 23:45 and arrive between 01:10 and 07:20 the same day. Below are the most popular night departures to Essen:

Bus companies operating the Vienna to Essen route

FlixBus is the carrier operating this route. The company has been reviewed 1396 times by travellers. Below is their average rating.

7.2 FlixBus

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Vienna or Essen coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Vienna

You can see information about the departure station and stops Vienna here

Essen

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Essen here

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £47 (One-Way) or £94 (Return).

Travel reviews for Vienna to Essen bus

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