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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hannover ZOB | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hannover ZOB | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hannover ZOB | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hannover ZOB | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Hanover
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Hanover?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Hanover
- ARundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- B
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - CNiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- D
Hanover Bus Stop
Hannah-Arendt-Platz 1, 30159 Hannover, Germany - E
Zentrale Omnibus Bahnhof- Bushalte 5C Ecke Hamburger Allee/Cellerstrasse
Hindenburgstraße 34, 30175 Hanover, Bushalte 5C Ecke Hamburger Allee/Cellerstrasse
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Based on 12211 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 242
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Hanover by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Hanover?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Hanover start at R 242. The average price for this route is around R 282. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Hanover?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Hanover is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 214 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Hanover route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Hanover?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Hanover at 12:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Hanover?
A bus trip from Essen to Hanover produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Hanover was searched and found on 19 Feb 2026 with a price of R 209To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Hanover as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 209 to R 468 for a bus ticket from Essen to Hanover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 209, which is on 2026-02-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Hanover?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
