Essen to Munich bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Munich

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$57

Fastest journey

6 h 20 m

Average duration

7 h 59 m

Buses per day

14

Distance

493 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Essen to Munich will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $38.

Fast coaches

Of the 14 buses that leave Essen for Munich every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 493 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

BlaBlaCar
02:00PM6h50
Essen
08:50PMMunich
$381One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
12:00PM6h20
Essen
06:20PMMunich
$421One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
01:00PM6h50
Essen
07:50PMMunich
$451One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:45AM11h15
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
08:00PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
$491One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:40AM9h50
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
06:30PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
$491One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $43.

Distance: 493 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Flight

$49

Average Price

Cheapest

$153

Average Price

$192

Average Price

10h 36m

Average total duration

10h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 13m

Average total duration

5h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.0kg

CO2 emissions

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Eurowings

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Essen to Munich bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 12:27 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:15 am Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
11h20
4:35 pm Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:40 am Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
9h50
5:30 pm Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:50 pm Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
11h00
1:50 am Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:50 pm Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
13h35
4:25 am München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:50 pm Essen Hbf
12h35
4:25 am München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:50 pm Essen Hbf
13h00
4:50 am Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:30 pm Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
11h00
6:30 am Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)0 changesdirect
blablacarbus50449 · 304888:00 pm Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
25h05
9:05 pm Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to Munich

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Buses from Essen to Munich run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
493 km
Average bus duration
10h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
$29
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
9h 50m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie from Essen to MunichYou can travel by bus between Essen to Munich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie for as low as $29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 50m
Cheapest Price
$29
FlixBus frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

Globtour Medjugorjie

About
Globtour Međugorje d.o.o. is a bus company based in Bosnia and Herzegovina, established in 1993. It operates numerous domestic and international bus routes, emphasizing reliability, punctuality, and passenger satisfaction. Their network, including sister companies Croatiabus and Jadran Express, covers over 100 routes and 1,000 destinations across nine countries, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Germany, Montenegro, and Serbia. In addition to regular passenger transport, Globtour Međugorje also offers bus rentals and repair services.

FAQs: Essen to Munich coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Essen to Munich with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Munich.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Essen to Munich can start from as little as $29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Essen to Munich is $51; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Essen to Munich coach travel time is 9 h 50 min   for the 493 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Essen to Munich leaves at 5: 15am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Essen to Munich leaves at 10: 00pm.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Essen to Munich with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the trip from Essen to Munich you can take a coach with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar or Globtour Medjugorjie. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Essen to Munich on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), located away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Essen to Munich by coach is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Essen to Munich including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Essen to Munich has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Essen to Munich.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Essen to Munich.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Essen to Munich.
    No, luggage for the coach from Essen to Munich needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Essen to Munich.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Essen to Munich.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Essen to Munich.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Essen to Munich.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Munich

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    The major coach station for departures in Essen is Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) for your trip from Essen to Munich.
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