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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Munich
Cheapest price
44S$
Average price
63S$
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
493 km
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 63S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 44S$.
Of the 14 buses that leave Essen for Munich every day 6 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 10 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 30 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.
FlixBus8:40 AM9h50Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)6:30 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)44 S$1One-way0 changes- FlixBus8:30 PM11h00Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)7:30 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)46 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:00 PM13h20Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)5:20 AMMünchen, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz47 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixBus1:25 PM10h30Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)11:55 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)47 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:45 AM11h20Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)8:05 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)48 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:50 AM9h40Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)9:30 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)51 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:30 PM9h50Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)6:20 AMMünchen, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz60 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixBus8:40 AM9h50Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)6:30 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)44 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixTrain+FlixBus8:03 PM10h17Essen Hbf6:20 AMMünchen, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz60 S$1One-way1 change- FlixBus1:25 PM10h30Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)11:55 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)47 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 27S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 27S$, and a flight costs an average of 38S$.
Distance: 493 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
44S$ Average Price Cheapest | 109S$ Average Price | 178S$ Average Price |
8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Munich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Munich coaches for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:03 PM Essen Hbf | 10h42 | 6:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:03 PM Essen Hbf | 10h17 | 6:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h00 | 7:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h50 | 6:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 1 change | |
 50449 · 30488 | 9:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 25h05 | 10:05 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:15 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h30 | 5:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50457 · 30492 | 7:30 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 23h30 | 7:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h50 | 6:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h20 | 8:05 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 9:04 AM Essen Hbf | 12h26 | 9:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h40 | 9:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:50 PM Essen Hbf | 12h50 | 1:40 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 1:25 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h30 | 11:55 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 13h20 | 5:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 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 14 times per day, taking around 8h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 27S$ if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 493 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 493 km |
Average bus duration 8h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price 27S$ |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Essen to MunichYou can travel by bus between Essen to Munich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as 27S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Munich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Munich by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Munich
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
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