4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Essen
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
15 h 5 m
Average duration
17 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Essen will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 5 buses that leave London 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 494 km distance in an average of 17 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 15 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 London to Essen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £164.
Distance: 494 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price | £87 Average Price Cheapest | £267 Average Price |
16h 11m Average total duration 15h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Essen coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:30 London | 15h25 | 12:55 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 07:00 London | 16h25 | 23:25 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:30 London | 17h40 | 02:10 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Essen
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Buses from London to Essen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 494 km distance in 13h 5m.
Distance 494 km |
Average bus duration 15h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 13h 5m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from London to EssenYou can travel by bus between London to Essen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Essen
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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