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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Munich
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 49 m
Buses per day
3
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 £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 3 buses that leave Essen for Munich every day 3 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 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 17 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.
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 £22. 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 £22, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 493 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £115 Average Price | £144 Average Price |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg 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 Munich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Munich coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 05:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h20 | 16:35 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixTrain+FlixBus | 06:03 Essen Hbf | 11h27 | 17:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:40 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h50 | 17:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h15 | 19:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
 50429 · 30486 | 08:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 25h10 | 10:05 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 10:04 Essen Hbf | 11h21 | 21:25 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 11:03 Essen Hbf | 11h42 | 22:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h05 | 21:25 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 11:50 Essen Hbf | 12h50 | 00:40 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h20 | 22:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 13h35 | 04:25 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 17:50 Essen Hbf | 10h35 | 04:25 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 17:50 Essen Hbf | 11h00 | 04:50 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h00 | 06:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50449 · 30488 | 20:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 25h05 | 21:05 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 £22 if you book in advance.
There are 6 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 50m.
Distance 493 km |
Average bus duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 £22. 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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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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