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    Rides:Vienna Essen (06.12.2022)

    16:35 hrs
    Vienna Erdberg (VIB)
    Essen
    Half full
    € 62.98
    17:20 hrs
    Vienna Erdberg (VIB)
    Essen central station (FlixTrain)
    Half full
    € 53.99
    21:30 hrs
    Vienna Erdberg (VIB)
    Essen
    Mostly empty
    € 109.98
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    Vienna Erdberg (Busterminal VIB)

    Vienna West Station (Felberstraße)

    Vienna Matzleinsdorferplatz (Triester Straße)

    Vienna (Karlsplatz)

    Vienna Central Station

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    Vienna - Essen : Quick information
    Online payment

    Yes
    Distance

    761 km
    Direct connection

    Yes
    Environmentally-friendly travel?

    Yes

    Frequently asked questions

    How long does it take from Vienna to Essen by bus?
    The quickest bus trip from Vienna to Essen takes as little as 16 hours 15 minutes.
    What is the distance between Vienna and Essen?
    The bus route from Vienna to Essen covers 1027kms. FlixBus can bring you from Vienna to Essen in as little as 16 hours 15 minutes.
    How much is the bus ticket between Vienna and Essen?
    You can get from Vienna to Essen for as little as 49,90 €. On average, tickets for this connection cost 53,27 €.
    What route does the bus from Vienna to Essen take?
    There are direct connections from Vienna to Essen. The fastest bus on this connection has 3 stop(s).
    How can I pay for the bus from Vienna to Essen?
    You can buy your bus ticket from Vienna to Essen choosing your preferred payment method among card, Paypal, Google Pay, and more!
    Where can I see if my bus from Vienna to Essen is on time?
    You can track your bus location on our Real-Time Info Tool. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.
    When is the cheapest time to book a bus ticket?
    You can book your bus ticket for FlixBus from as little as 49,90 € EUR. You buy your ticket most easily on Global.flixbus.com or in the app. Book in time to get the best price.
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    Find the cheapest buses from Vienna to Essen

    Getting from Vienna to Essen is cheap and easy when you travel with FlixBus. The two cities are 1027kms apart and traveling between the two takes as little as 16 hours 15 minutes.

    FlixBus tickets are always good value, but you can save even more money by booking online in advance. Book on the website or with our FlixBus App in minutes, then simply use your phone as your ticket to board the bus.

    Bus tickets between Viennaand Essen cost 53,27 € on average, but you can get tickets for as low as 49,90 € if you book in advance and/or outside of busy travel times, like weekends and holidays. For a quick, easy, and environmentally-conscious choice, travel with FlixBus.

    We have a large network, so you can trust us to take you from your desired departure city to your destination in comfort and style - all for a great value.

    Traveling from Vienna to Essen

    It’s easy to get from Vienna to Essen with FlixBus.

    You can expect a minimum of 3 stops on your journey and it can take a minimum time of 16 hours 15 minutes.

    Bus travel is the most environmentally friendly way to travel long distances and we’re working to make it even greener with high environmental standards across our fleet of buses, the use of alternative drive and fuel technologies, and the option for all passengers to offset their carbon emissions at the point of buying a ticket.

    The average cost of bus travel between Vienna and Essen is 53,27 €, which makes bus travel far cheaper than any other method.

    Taking the bus from Vienna

    Traveling from Vienna and not familiar with it? Here’s everything you need to know.

    Vienna is a transport hub with 5 bus stations; the 208 buses departing every day take travelers both within the state and further afield.

    Arriving in Essen

    Traveling to Essen for the first time? Here’s what you need to know:

    Essen is very well connected to other destinations on the FlixBus network. The city is connected to 234 other destinations that you can easily reach by bus. You can quickly find the FlixBus stop in the city with the map on this page.

    What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Vienna to Essen

    Getting from Vienna to Essen aboard a FlixBus bus means traveling in comfort and style, with all the services you need to keep you occupied. Most of our buses include free Wi-Fi onboard, an entertainment system, toilets and power outlets.

    You can bring one carry-on and one check-in piece of luggage per passenger, so even if you’re taking a long trip, you don’t need to worry about traveling light.

    All ticket holders are guaranteed a seat on our buses but if you want to reserve a seat, you can do so at the time of booking. Choose from a classic seat, table seat, panorama seat or extra seat.

    Just book online or on our FlixBus App when purchasing your ticket using any of our available payment methods.

    Onboard services are subject to availability