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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 26 atDeparture city: EssenDeparture location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitArrival time: June 26 atDestination city: MunichDestination location: ZOB HackerbrückeOperated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 26 atDeparture city: EssenDeparture location: EssenArrival time: June 27 atDestination city: MunichDestination location: ZOB HackerbrückeOperated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 26 atDeparture city: EssenDeparture location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitArrival time: June 26 atDestination city: MunichDestination location: ZOB HackerbrückeOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 26 atDeparture city: EssenDeparture location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitArrival time: June 26 atDestination city: MunichDestination location: ZOB HackerbrückeOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$30 - US$237 | Average Duration13h 35m | 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
| Average PriceUS$23 - US$288 | Average Duration5h 34m | 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$26 - US$74 | Average Duration6h 30m | 21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Essen to MunichAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Essen to Munich: Trip Overview
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Essen to Munich Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Munich
What is the travel distance from Essen to Munich?
The distance between Essen and Munich is around 493 km (306 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Munich?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen, and end it at ZOB Hackerbrücke, in Munich.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Munich was searched and found on Jun 30, 2025 with a price of US$29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Munich, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$167 for a bus ticket from Essen to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29 which is on 2025-06-30.
Usually Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Munich.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Essen to Munich, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Essen to Munich that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Essen to Munich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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