The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Prague
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Prague will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 4 buses that leave Essen for Prague 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 542 km distance in an average of 12 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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 Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. 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 £26, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 542 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price | £125 Average Price |
11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.3kg 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 Prague bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Prague coaches for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 05:20 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h50 | 18:10 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:20 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 13h15 | 18:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 06:03 Essen Hbf | 12h37 | 18:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 06:03 Essen Hbf | 12h57 | 19:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:03 Essen Hbf | 14h07 | 20:10 Praha, Na Knížecí | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h45 | 00:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:05 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h55 | 02:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 14h10 | 05:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 13h35 | 09:05 Praha, Na Knížecí | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h45 | 10:30 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h55 | 07:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Prague
Buses from Essen to Prague run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 542 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 542 km |
Average bus duration 10h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Essen to PragueYou can travel by bus between Essen to Prague with FlixBus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Prague coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Prague
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Na Knížecí (in the station)
- Bistro Praha (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Knížete (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 137, 176, 191 Metro: B
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 135, 175, 207 Metro: C Train: All major s
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Florenc (in the station)
- Bistro Florenc (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 133, 135, 175, 207 Metro: B, C
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Černý Most (in the station)
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 177, 195, 201 Metro: B
- Bus: 131, 174, 180 Metro: A Train: S4, S5
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