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Compare 3 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$32 - US$47Average duration6h 5m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$36 - US$155Average duration2h 52m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$20 - US$39Average duration3h 10m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Heidelberg to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Heidelberg to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure06:20
Distance159 miles
Latest bus departure20:55

Heidelberg to Essen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Heidelberg - Essen

  1. What's the distance between Heidelberg and Essen by coach?

    The journey from Heidelberg to Essen by coach covers an approximate distance of 159 miles (256 km).

  2. How can I get from Heidelberg to Essen without driving?

    You can reach Essen from Heidelberg 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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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Essen was searched and found on 10 Aug 2025 with a price of US$41

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Heidelberg to Essen will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Heidelberg by bus?

Bus from Heidelberg to Essen

You can also go to Essen by train

Train from Heidelberg to Essen

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