4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
9 h 54 m
Average duration
12 h 35 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Copenhagen will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
Of the 6 buses that leave Essen for Copenhagen every day 1 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 12 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 54 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 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.
26833 · ICE 514 · BUS 40934 · R 5122820:5216h03Essen Hbf12:55Copenhagen Central Station£711One-way3 changes
FlixBus1:1512h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)13:50København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1001One-way0 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus9:5013h55Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)23:45København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1061One-way1 change
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FlixTrain11:569h54Essen Hbf21:50København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1251One-way1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus16:1514h05Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)6:20København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1391One-way1 change
- FlixBus+FlixTrain11:569h54Essen Hbf21:50København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1251One-way1 change
- FlixBus+FlixTrain17:5612h24Essen Hbf6:20København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1411One-way1 change
- FlixBus1:1512h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)13:50København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1001One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:5013h55Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)23:45København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1061One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:1514h05Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)6:20København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£1391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 £34, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 595 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £99 Average Price | £172 Average Price |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Copenhagen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Copenhagen coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h35 | 13:50 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 13h55 | 23:45 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 11:56 Essen Hbf | 9h54 | 21:50 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 14h05 | 6:20 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 17:56 Essen Hbf | 12h24 | 6:20 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 1 change | |
| 26833 · ICE 514 · BUS 40934 · R 51228 | 20:52 Essen Hbf | 16h03 | 12:55 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Copenhagen
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Buses from Essen to Copenhagen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 595 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 595 km |
Average bus duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Essen to CopenhagenYou can travel by bus between Essen to Copenhagen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Copenhagen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, 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 Copenhagen
Most Essen to Copenhagen buses use the Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) to København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro station pair, with some services arriving at Københavns, Ellehammersvej (Termianl 3). Use this guide to compare Essen and Copenhagen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) from Essen city centre
Which Copenhagen station do buses from Essen arrive at?
Getting to København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro from Copenhagen city centre
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro bus station facilities and services
København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Dybbølsbro (in the station), Restaurant Flammen (0.5 km), Mad & Kaffe (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Københavns, Ellehammersvej (Termianl 3) from Copenhagen city centre
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