Riga to Essen Bus

Q: What is the distance between Riga and Essen?

The distance between these two places is a total of 1717 km.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 01:00 hours.

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

The prices of a bus ticket from Riga to Essen ranges from €90 to €90.

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

The average number of daily departures is 2. 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: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Riga to Essen?

All the buses 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 do I get from Riga to Essen by bus?

To travel from Riga to Essen by bus, select your preferred departure time and book your ticket on our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available for you.

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Riga to Essen?

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

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Riga?

The earliest is at 13:00 and the latest is at 13:00.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Riga to Essen?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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

There is 1 available from Riga to Essen. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

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Riga to Essen Route Summary

Riga to Essen bus is a popular way of travelling between Latvia and Germany.There are up to 2 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Riga bus station at 13:00h, arriving at Essen bus station at 17:20h the following day. While latest bus departs at 13:00h, arriving at 17:20h the following day.

Departure station and country Riga, Latvia

Arrival station and country Essen, Germany

Travel Distance 1717 km

Average Trip Duration 01h 00min

Total Departures 2

Popular Operators Ecolines

Lowest Price €90

Transportation Options Bus

Getting from Riga and Essen by bus

The shortest travel distance between Riga and Essen is 1717 km. The fastest bus which departs at 13:00 has a travel time of 28:20h. The longest travel time on the route is 28:20h. 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 are 2 night buses from Riga to Essen. The overnight buses depart between and 13:00 and arrive at 17:20 the same day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 17:47, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Bus companies operating the Riga to Essen route

Ecolines is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 11 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.

6.4 Ecolines

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Riga or Essen bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Riga

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

Essen

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

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €90 (One-Way) or €180 (Return).

Travel reviews for Riga to Essen bus

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Over 11 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Riga to Essen. The average rating is 0. You can read the users' review of the bus company below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.

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