Busbud recommends carpooling from Stuttgart to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 10745 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $66
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Stuttgart - Essen
How far is Stuttgart from Essen?
Stuttgart and Essen are 208 miles (335 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stuttgart to Essen?
Most of the buses traveling from Stuttgart to Essen leave from Stuttgart Airport and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/20
$39
08/21
$226
Today
$47
08/23
$181
08/24
$47
08/25
$37
08/26
$33
08/27
$86
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Essen was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $33
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stuttgart to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $226 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
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 Stuttgart and Essen!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Stuttgart to Essen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Stuttgart to Essen.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Stuttgart to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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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Busbud recommends carpooling from Stuttgart to Essen
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Essen was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $33
