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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Essen
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 5 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Essen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 190 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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 Frankfurt am Main to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 190 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £106 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg 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
Frankfurt am Main to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Essen coaches for today, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:05 Frankfurt am Main | 4h45 | 17:50 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:25 Frankfurt am Main | 4h30 | 21:55 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 Frankfurt am Main | 4h10 | 21:40 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:20 Frankfurt am Main | 4h35 | 00:55 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Essen run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 190 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 190 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar from Frankfurt am Main to EssenYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Essen with FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Essen
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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