Find coaches from Mannheim to Essen

Today4 Aug
from US$153
Tomorrow5 Aug
from US$128
Wed6 Aug
from US$121
Thu7 Aug
from US$134
Fri8 Aug
from US$166
Sat9 Aug
from US$153
Sun10 Aug
from US$140
Mon11 Aug

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Mannheim
    Departure location: ZOB
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Mannheim
    Departure location: ZOB
    Arrival time: 6 August at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Mannheim
    Departure location: ZOB
    Arrival time: 6 August at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Mannheim to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$36 - US$136Average duration19h 10m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$20 - US$172Average duration2h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$20 - US$33Average duration3h
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Mannheim to Essen

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

25carpool per day
3hAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mannheim to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$91
Average bus trip duration19h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance151 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

Mannheim to Essen Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Mannheim to Essen.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Mannheim to Essen from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Essen from Mannheim, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Mannheim - Essen

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

    The journey from Mannheim to Essen by coach covers an approximate distance of 149 miles (241 km).

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

    You can reach Essen from Mannheim by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02/08
US$154
03/08
US$149
Today
US$143
05/08
US$119
06/08
US$113
07/08
US$125
08/08
US$155
09/08
US$143
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mannheim to Essen was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$113

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

You can expect to pay from US$113 to US$167 for a bus ticket from Mannheim to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$113, which is on 2025-08-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Mannheim to Essen but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Mannheim to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Mannheim to Essen.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Mannheim to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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!

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

Will you be returning to Mannheim by bus?

Bus from Mannheim to Essen

You can also go to Essen by train

Train from Mannheim to Essen

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