4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Essen
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Essen will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 19 buses that leave Paris for Essen every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 440 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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.
1466 · 504289:3010h15Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)19:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£341One-way1 change- 504289:0010h45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)19:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£401One-way0 changes
- 504588:2510h30Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)18:55Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:1011h05Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)21:15Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£461One-way0 changes- FlixBus16:458h25Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1:10Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:458h25Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1:10Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:309h30Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)20:00Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£551One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:359h35Paris, Porte Maillot7:10Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£631One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:259h45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)16:10Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£631One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus23:559h50Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)9:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£791One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Essen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paris to Essen 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 2h 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 £130.
Distance: 440 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £149 Average Price | £305 Average Price |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg 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
Paris to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Essen coaches for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 16:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h25 | 1:10 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51297 · 50448 | 20:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 12h10 | 8:40 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h25 | 7:10 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 21:35 Paris, Porte Maillot | 9h35 | 7:10 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 22:00 Paris, Porte Maillot | 11h02 | 9:02 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| 50448 | 22:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h10 | 8:40 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h50 | 9:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h45 | 14:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 12h05 | 17:35 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h45 | 16:10 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 6:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h37 | 17:02 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| 52119 · 50458 | 6:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 12h25 | 18:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h05 | 18:35 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50458 | 8:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h30 | 18:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h00 | 18:30 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| 50428 | 9:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h45 | 19:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1466 · 50428 | 9:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h15 | 19:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h05 | 21:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h30 | 20:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Essen
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Buses from Paris to Essen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 440 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 440 km |
Average bus duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Paris to EssenYou can travel by bus between Paris to Essen with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Paris and Essen
Most Paris to Essen buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Essen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Paris station do buses to Essen leave from?
Getting to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) from Paris city centre
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) bus station facilities and services
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Paris, Porte Maillot from Paris city centre
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot bus station facilities and services
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Paris, Pont de Levallois from Paris city centre
Getting to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) from Essen city centre
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