Vienna to Essen bus is a popular way of travelling between Austria and Germany.There are up to 5 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Vienna bus station at 02:40h, arriving at Essen bus station at 19:50h the same day. While latest bus departs at 22:30h, arriving at 15:30h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Vienna and Essen is 594 mi.
The fastest bus which departs at 03:00 has a travel time of 16:50h.
The longest travel time on the route is 17:10h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Essen earlier, there
is 1 night bus departing from Vienna to Essen.
The overnight bus departs at 22:30 and arrives at 15:30
the following day.
Below is the most popular night departure to Essen:
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