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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Gera Bushaltestelle | Cheapest | |||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Essen Hbf Kruppstraße | Haltestelle | Fastest | |||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Essen Hbf Kruppstraße | Haltestelle | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:42 CEST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Gera
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Gera. The journey takes about 7 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Essen and Gera
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Gera
- A
Gera Bushaltestelle
Friedrich-Engels-Straße 1B, 07545 Gera, Germany - B
Gera Weg der Freundschaft 4
Gera, Germany - C
Gera Siemensstr. McDonald's
Gera,, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 13103 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £38
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Gera
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Gera?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Gera start from £38. The average price for this route is around £44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Gera?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Gera is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 223 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Gera route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Gera?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Gera at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 01:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Gera?
A bus journey from Essen to Gera produces an estimated 8.965475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Gera was searched and found on 30 Jul 2026 with a price of £49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Gera as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Gera?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
