Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Bratislava
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$87 - US$119 | Average Duration18h 55m | 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | |||
| Average PriceUS$63 - US$71 | Average Duration13h 41m | 19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$73 - US$106 | Average Duration10h | 34kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends taking the train from Essen to BratislavaAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 13 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Essen to Bratislava: Trip Overview
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Essen to Bratislava Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from Essen to Bratislava. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Essen to Bratislava, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Bratislava
What is the distance between Essen and Bratislava?
Essen and Bratislava are 812 km (504 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Bratislava?
Buses departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen will take you to Petržalka Einsteinova in Bratislava.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Bratislava was searched and found on Aug 15, 2025 with a price of US$86To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Bratislava, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$86 to US$116 for a bus ticket from Essen to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$86 which is on 2025-08-15.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Essen and Bratislava!
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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Essen to Bratislava that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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