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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rennes | Essen | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Rennes to Essen
The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 818, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rennes and Essen?
Stops in Rennes
- APlace de la gare, 35000 Rennes, France
- B
3 Place Henri Terrière
3 Place Henri Terrière, 35200 Rennes, France
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rennes to Essen 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 Rennes to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rennes to Essen start at R 818. The average price for this route is around R 1 147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rennes to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Rennes to Essen is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 726 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 25m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Rennes to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rennes to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Rennes to Essen at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rennes to Essen?
A bus trip from Rennes to Essen produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Rennes to Essen?
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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rennes to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rennes to Essen?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rennes to Essen?
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.
The cheapest trip from Rennes to Essen was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 932To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rennes to Essen as early as possible.
