Bus from Essen to Munich: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Essen to Munich on 10 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Essen
    ZOB HackerbrückeCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:00 AM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Munich

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 382, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    4carpool per day
    6h 30mAverage duration
    494 kmDistance
    21kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 636 - R 4 305Average duration1d 1h
    12kg CO₂e
    Average priceR 348 - R 4 617Average duration6h 17m
    12kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average priceR 382 - R 1 205Average duration6h 30m
    21kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Munich by bus

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Munich?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Munich start at R 636. The average price for this route is around R 1 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Essen to Munich?

      The average bus journey time from Essen to Munich is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 491 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Essen to Munich route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Munich?

      The earliest bus departs from Essen to Munich at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Munich?

      A bus trip from Essen to Munich produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

    6. What is the best bus company from Essen to Munich?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Munich?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Munich?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Munich?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    07/12
    R 979
    08/12
    No data
    Today
    No data
    10/12
    R 1 772
    11/12
    R 2 085
    12/12
    R 1 708
    13/12
    R 1 851
    14/12
    R 1 664
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Munich was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 979

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

    You can expect to pay from R 979 to R 2 184 for a bus ticket from Essen to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 664, which is on 2025-12-14.

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