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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ZOB | Essen | CheapestFastest |
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$65 - US$207 | Average Duration19h 10m | 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
| Average PriceUS$19 - US$124 | Average Duration2h 30m | 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$20 - US$33 | Average Duration3h | 10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Mannheim to EssenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Mannheim to Essen: Trip Overview
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Mannheim to Essen Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mannheim - Essen
How far is Mannheim from Essen?
Mannheim and Essen are 241 km (149 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mannheim to Essen?
Buses departing from ZOB in Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Essen was searched and found on Sep 1, 2025 with a price of US$90To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mannheim to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$90 to US$120 for a bus ticket from Mannheim to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$90 which is on 2025-09-01.
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Bus Travel Tips
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Mannheim to Essen but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Mannheim to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Mannheim to Essen.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Mannheim to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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