Bus from Essen to Paris: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Essen to Paris on 1 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Bercy SeineCheapest
Flixbus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Bercy SeineFastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Essen
Bercy SeineNo tags
Flixbus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Bercy SeineNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
HBF
Paris (Pershing)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Paris

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 11 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 496, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
11h 15mAverage duration
418 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 496 - R 2 479Average duration11h 15m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 3 425 - R 4 496Average duration6h 29m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Paris 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 Paris?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Paris start at R 496. The average price for this route is around R 767. 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 Paris?

    The average bus journey time from Essen to Paris is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 418 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 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 Paris?

    The earliest bus departs from Essen to Paris at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.

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

    A bus trip from Essen to Paris produces an estimated 10 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 Paris?

    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 11525 reviews.

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

    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 Paris?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
29/03
R 979
30/03
R 1 343
Today
R 827
01/04
R 931
02/04
R 827
03/04
R 1 240
04/04
R 723
05/04
R 661
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Paris was searched and found on 05 Apr 2026 with a price of R 661

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

You can expect to pay from R 661 to R 2 625 for a bus ticket from Essen to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 661, which is on 2026-04-05.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Paris?

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