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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
- This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 11 August atDeparture city: HamburgDeparture location: Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Arrival time: 11 August atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitOperated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 11 August atDeparture city: HamburgDeparture location: Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Arrival time: 11 August atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: 11 August atDeparture city: HamburgDeparture location: Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Arrival time: 11 August atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: 11 August atDeparture city: HamburgDeparture location: Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Arrival time: 12 August atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
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| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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| Average priceUS$17 - US$162 | Average duration5h 40m | 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | |||
| Average priceUS$12 - US$132 | Average duration3h 21m | 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average priceUS$19 - US$45 | Average duration3h 40m | 13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Hamburg to EssenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Hamburg - Essen
How far is Essen from Hamburg by coach?
The journey from Hamburg to Essen by coach covers an approximate distance of 193 miles (310 km).
Is there a way to reach Essen from Hamburg without a car?
You can reach Essen from Hamburg by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Essen was searched and found on 13 Aug 2025 with a price of US$25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$159 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-08-13.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Hamburg to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Hamburg to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Hamburg to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
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