1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest coaches from Munich to Essen
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
493 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Essen will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $53.
Fast coaches
Of the 6 buses that leave Munich for Essen every day 4 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 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 25 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.
FlixBus02:00AM9h50
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)11:50AMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$531One-way
0 changes
FlixBus08:00AM10h10
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)06:10PMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$551One-way
0 changes
FlixBus09:40PM9h45
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)07:25AMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$561One-way
0 changes
FlixBus10:45AM11h25
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)10:10PMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$591One-way
0 changes
FlixBus+
FlixTrain09:40PM11h22
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)09:02AMEssen Hbf
$611One-way
1 change
FlixBus09:40PM9h45
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)07:25AMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$561One-way
0 changes
FlixBus02:00AM9h50
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)11:50AMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$531One-way
0 changes
FlixBus08:00AM10h10
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)06:10PMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$551One-way
0 changes
FlixBus+FlixTrain09:40PM11h22
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)09:02AMEssen Hbf
$611One-way
1 change
FlixBus10:45AM11h25
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)10:10PMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
$591One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 $31, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 493 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average Price Cheapest | $153 Average Price | $197 Average Price |
13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m 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
Munich to Essen bus times
Showing buses for today, Tuesday, 4 November
Last updated at 10:13 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 pm Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 13h35 | 11:50 am Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 pm München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 13h05 | 11:50 am Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:00 am Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h50 | 10:50 am Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 am Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 10h10 | 5:10 pm Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:45 am Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h25 | 9:10 pm Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 pm Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h45 | 6:25 am Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 8:40 pm Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h22 | 8:02 am Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Munich to Essen by train, coach or flight
Wed
05 Nov
05 Nov
Thu
06 Nov
06 Nov
Fri
07 Nov
07 Nov
Sat
08 Nov
08 Nov
Sun
09 Nov
09 Nov
Mon
10 Nov
10 Nov
Tue
11 Nov
11 Nov
Wed
12 Nov
12 Nov
Thu
13 Nov
13 Nov
Fri
14 Nov
14 Nov
Sat
15 Nov
15 Nov
Sun
16 Nov
16 Nov
Mon
17 Nov
17 Nov
Tue
18 Nov
18 Nov
Wed
19 Nov
19 Nov
Thu
20 Nov
20 Nov
Fri
21 Nov
21 Nov
Sat
22 Nov
22 Nov
Sun
23 Nov
23 Nov
Mon
24 Nov
24 Nov
Tue
25 Nov
25 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Essen
GermanyGermany
Buses from Munich to Essen run on average 15 times per day, taking around 12h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $22 by train.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $22
Distance 493 km |
Average bus duration 12h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $22
Bus providers: FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Trans Turist from Munich to EssenYou can travel by bus between Munich to Essen with FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Trans Turist for as low as $22. 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 45m
Cheapest Price
$28
FlixBus frequency
12 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 Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23h 15m
Cheapest Price
$122
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
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.
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
Trans Turist
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 20m
Cheapest Price
$50
Trans Turist frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Munich to Essen coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Munich to Essen 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 Munich to Essen.
Cheap coach tickets from Munich to Essen can start from as little as $29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Munich to Essen is $52; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Munich and Essen is on average 9 h 45 min for the 493 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Munich to Essen by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Munich to Essen leaves at 1: 00am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Munich to Essen leaves at 10: 55pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Munich to Essen without having to change trains with FlixBus or Trans Turist. There are 7 direct coaches from Munich to Essen each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Munich to Essen coach with FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus or Trans Turist. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Munich to Essen as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), located away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Munich to Essen is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Munich to Essen including taking a coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from Munich to Essen has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Munich to Essen.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Munich to Essen.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Munich to Essen, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Munich to Essen.
No, luggage for the coach from Munich to Essen needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Munich to Essen.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Munich to Essen.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Munich to Essen.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Munich to Essen.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Essen
Munich
Essen
The major coach station for departures in Munich is München, ZOB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München, ZOB for your trip from Munich to Essen.
München, ZOB
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
ArnulfstraßeWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for München, ZOB
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
München, Flughafen (Terminal 2)
information
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz
information
München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe)
information
The major coach station for arrivals 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 to Essen from Munich.
Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
information
Most popular bus connections from Munich
More options for your journey from Munich to Essen
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular buses to and from Essen and Munich
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
