How much does a bus ticket from Linz to Essen cost?

The bus ticket price from Linz to Essen starts at US$71. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Linz to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Linz to Essen?

The average travel time between Linz and Essen is around 16h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 628 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Linz and Essen?

The number of buses from Linz to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Linz to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Linz to Essen?

When taking the bus from Linz to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Linz to Essen?

Buses travelling between Linz and Essen leave from Hbf or Industriezeile and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

Bus Linz to Essen from US$71 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Linz to Essen on 30 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:20	Linz Industriezeile	14h 30m	12:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
02:30	Linz Industriezeile	19h 35m	22:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
08:00	Linz Wissensturm	21h	05:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
08:55	Linz Industriezeile	21h 55m	06:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
21:50	Linz Industriezeile	21h 30m	19:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Linz to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

16h 25mAverage duration

629 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$71 - US$75	Average duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$150 - US$314	Average duration8h 24m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Bus Linz to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$72

Average bus trip duration16h 25m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure02:30

Distance628 km

Latest bus departure14:55

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FlixBus

3.5/511 117 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11117 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$71

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Linz to Essen Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Linz and Essen?

Stops in Linz

A - Hbf

B - Industriezeile

C - Linz

D - Linz Busbahnhof - Wien Erdberg

E - Prinz-Eugen-Straße

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Linz - Essen

How much does a bus ticket from Linz to Essen cost?
The bus ticket price from Linz to Essen starts at US$71. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Linz to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Linz to Essen?
The average travel time between Linz and Essen is around 16h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 628 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Linz and Essen?
The number of buses from Linz to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Linz to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Linz to Essen?
When taking the bus from Linz to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Linz to Essen?
Buses travelling between Linz and Essen leave from Hbf or Industriezeile and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Linz and Essen!

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

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

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

Did you know?

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!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time16h 25m	Avg priceUS$72	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time8h 24m	Avg priceUS$189	Daily departures3

Will you be returning to Linz by bus?

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