Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Maspernplatz | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Maspernplatz | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Maspernplatz | HBF | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:16 AM CEST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Paderborn to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 hour 52 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Paderborn and Essen
Stops in Paderborn
- A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany - B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany - C
Borchener Str
Borchener Str. 334, 33106 Paderborn, Germany
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
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paderborn to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Paderborn to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paderborn to Essen start from PLN 80. The average price for this route is around PLN 96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Paderborn to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Paderborn to Essen is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 77 miles (124 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Paderborn to Essen 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 Paderborn to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Paderborn to Essen at 8:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paderborn to Essen?
A bus trip from Paderborn to Essen generates an estimated 3.0980499999999997 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Paderborn to Essen was searched and found on Jul 16, 2026 with a price of PLN 82To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paderborn to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 82 to PLN 139 for a bus ticket from Paderborn to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 96 which is on 2026-07-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Paderborn to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
