Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erdberg | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erdberg | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hbf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just R 992, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Essen?
Stops in Vienna
- A
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - DEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
- EFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- FTriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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 Vienna 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 Vienna to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Essen start at R 883. The average price for this route is around R 1 232. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Vienna to Essen is 17h 35m, covering a distance of 763 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Essen at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Essen?
A bus trip from Vienna to Essen produces an estimated 19 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 Vienna 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 11405 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna 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 Vienna to Essen?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna 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.
