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FlixBus · FlixBus21:458h40Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile6:25Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£421One-way1 change- FlixBus+
FlixTrain1:408h13Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile9:53Essen Hbf£431One-way1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus1:408h15Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile9:55Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£431One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:008h45Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile17:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£471One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:4011h10Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile21:50Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£481One-way1 change
- FlixBus+FlixTrain1:408h13Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile9:53Essen Hbf£431One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:408h15Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile9:55Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£431One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:458h40Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile6:25Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£421One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:008h45Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile17:45Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£471One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:009h50Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile19:50Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)£651One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Strasbourg to Essen
The cheapest option from Strasbourg to Essen is coach, with an average price of £32. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Essen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 324 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest option | £85 Average Price | £216 Average Price |
13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest option 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Strasbourg to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Strasbourg to Essen coaches for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 8h40 | 6:25 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
 7990 · 50458 | 0:35 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 18h20 | 18:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| 30493 · 50428 | 1:35 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 18h10 | 19:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 1:40 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 8h13 | 9:53 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 8h15 | 9:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 11h20 | 16:10 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 8h45 | 17:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 9h50 | 19:50 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 11h10 | 21:50 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 10h10 | 23:40 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| 30489 · 50448 | 14:10 Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile | 18h30 | 8:40 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Strasbourg to Essen.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Strasbourg to Essen
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Typically, there are 11 buses per day from Strasbourg to Essen, including 2 direct buses, taking around 12h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 324 km distance in 8h 13m.
Distance 324 km |
Average bus duration 12h 37m |
Lowest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 13m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Strasbourg to EssenYou can travel by bus between Strasbourg to Essen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Strasbourg to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg and Essen
Most Strasbourg to Essen buses use the Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) station pair. Use this guide to compare Strasbourg and Essen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Strasbourg station do buses to Essen leave from?
Getting to Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile from Strasbourg city centre
Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile is 1 km from Strasbourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile bus station facilities and services
Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de l'Étoile (in the station), Le Petit Bistro (0.2 km), Trattoria da Enzo (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) from Essen city centre
Most popular bus connections from Strasbourg
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