Find coaches from Erfurt to Essen

Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$43 - US$60Average duration5h 50m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$35 - US$173Average duration5h 14m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$27 - US$38Average duration4h 40m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Erfurt to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
4h 40mAverage duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Erfurt to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$43
Average bus trip duration5h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure06:50
Distance177 miles
Latest bus departure10:35

Erfurt to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Erfurt - Essen

  1. How far is Essen from Erfurt by coach?

    The journey from Erfurt to Essen by coach covers an approximate distance of 177 miles (286 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Essen from Erfurt without a car?

    You can reach Essen from Erfurt by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

About Bus Travel

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 Erfurt and Essen!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Erfurt to Essen.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Erfurt to Essen.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Erfurt to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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