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Vienna to Essen, NW Bus

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02/13/2026
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Vienna to Essen, NW by bus

The journey from Vienna to Essen, NW by bus is 473.71 mi and takes 17 hr 38 min. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:40 AM and the last at 11:45 PM. It is possible to travel from Vienna to Essen, NW by bus for as little as $50.43 or as much as $173.04. The best price for this journey is $50.43.

Lowest Price $50.43
Journey Duration 17 hr 38 min
Connection per Day 19
Lowest Price $50.43
Highest Price $173.04
First Departure 2:40 AM
Last Departure 11:45 PM
Distance 473.71 mi
Departure Vienna
Arrival Essen, NW
Carriers FlixBus

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When travelling to Essen, NW by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus from Vienna to Essen, NW
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Vienna to Essen, NW CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
53.37kg
Bus
57.18kg
Flight
152.47kg
Car
121.98kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Vienna to Essen, NW?
A bus ticket from Vienna to Essen, NW is $81.80. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $50.43.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Vienna to Essen, NW?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Vienna to Essen, NW is $50.43. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Vienna and Essen, NW by bus?
Vienna to Essen, NW is 473.71 mi.
How long does the bus between Vienna and Essen, NW take?
Vienna to Essen, NW is on average 17 hr 38 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 15 hr 35 min.
How many bus connections per day go from Vienna to Essen, NW?
Vienna to Essen, NW has 19 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Vienna to Essen, NW leave?
The earliest bus from Vienna to Essen, NW departs at 2:40 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Vienna to Essen, NW depart?
The latest bus from Vienna to Essen, NW departs at 11:45 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Vienna to Essen, NW in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $50.43 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Vienna to Essen, NW?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Vienna to go to Essen, NW.
What's the fastest journey time between Vienna to Essen, NW by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Vienna and Essen, NW is 15 hr 35 min.
Is there a direct bus from Vienna to Essen, NW?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Vienna and Essen, NW.
What are the CO2 emissions for Vienna to Essen, NW by bus?
The bus journey from Vienna to Essen, NW creates 57.18kg of CO2 emissions.