Bus from Essen to Munich: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Essen to Munich on January 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
MUC Airport T2No tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
MUC Airport T2No tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
MUC Airport T2No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Munich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6h 30mAverage Duration
494 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$45 - $298Average Duration23h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$33 - $419Average Duration5h 19m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$63 - $95Average Duration6h 30m
21kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Munich by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Munich?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Munich start from $45. The average price for this route is around $117. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Essen to Munich?

    The average bus travel time from Essen to Munich is 23h 10m, covering a distance of 491 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Essen to Munich route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Munich?

    The earliest bus departs from Essen to Munich at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Munich?

    A bus trip from Essen to Munich generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Essen to Munich?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Munich?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Essen to Munich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Munich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01-24
$161
01-25
$149
Today
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01-27
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01-28
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01-29
$115
01-30
$119
01-31
$111
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Munich was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $111

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

You can expect to pay from $111 to $161 for a bus ticket from Essen to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $111 which is on 2026-01-31.

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