4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Copenhagen to Essen
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Copenhagen to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Essen will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 4 buses that leave Copenhagen 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 595 km distance in an average of 13 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 40 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.
7:0014h35Copenhagen21:35Essen£351One-way0 changes- 15:1014h40Copenhagen5:50Essen£361One-way0 changes
- 22:0013h50Copenhagen11:50Essen£721One-way0 changes
- 15:3012h45Copenhagen4:15Essen£771One-way0 changes
- 15:3012h45Copenhagen4:15Essen£771One-way0 changes
- 22:0013h50Copenhagen11:50Essen£721One-way0 changes
- 7:0014h35Copenhagen21:35Essen£351One-way0 changes
- 15:1014h40Copenhagen5:50Essen£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Copenhagen to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Essen 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 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 595 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £172 Average Price |
12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg 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
Copenhagen to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Essen coaches for today, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:30 Copenhagen | 14h45 | 11:15 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 25 April | |||||
| 7:00 Copenhagen | 14h35 | 21:35 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:10 Copenhagen | 14h40 | 5:50 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Copenhagen | 12h45 | 4:15 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Copenhagen to Essen
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Buses from Copenhagen to Essen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 595 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 595 km |
Average bus duration 11h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Copenhagen to EssenYou can travel by bus between Copenhagen to Essen with FlixBus for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Copenhagen to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- 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 Copenhagen and Essen
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Dybbølsbro (in the station)
- Restaurant Flammen (0.5 km)
- Mad & Kaffe (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1A, 5C, 6A, 250S Metro: M3 Train: S-train s A, B, C, E, H
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