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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Essen | Cheapest | |||||
| Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Essen | Fastest | |||||
| Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Essen | No tags |
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$54 - US$204 | Average Duration17h 20m | 16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$44 - US$110 | Average Duration8h 10m | 27kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Lyon to EssenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Lyon to Essen: Trip Overview
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Lyon to Essen Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lyon - Essen
How far is Lyon from Essen?
The distance between Lyon and Essen is approximately 654 km (406 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Lyon to Essen?
Buses departing from Perrache in Lyon will take you to Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Essen was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$70 to US$233 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$70 which is on 2025-08-27.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Lyon and Essen!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lyon to Essen.
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 Lyon to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Lyon to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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