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Essen to Thun bus

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Essen - Thun Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Essen to Thun. Traveling by bus from Essen to Thun usually takes around 20 hours, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance326 mi (524 km)
Shortest duration14h 0m
Cheapest price€39.15
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Essen to Thun?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Essen to Thun. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus219h 35m€47.10
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Essen to Thun, and usually makes the trip in about 19 hours and 35 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 20 hours to cover the 524 kilometers from Essen to Thun. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Essen to Thun, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Essen to Thun. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Essen to Thun; ticket prices start at €94.41.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Essen?

Main departure station: Train Station

Essen Hauptbahnhof (Freiheit) is Essen's central bus terminal located directly outside the main train station. Buses servicing the terminal include FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus, which travel to Hamburg six times daily and make regular trips to Munich, Mannheim, and Dusseldorf. The terminal stretches along Freiheit, with various seating areas and stops for different bus companies. Although there aren't many amenities on the road near the station besides a large multistory parking garage, the nearby train station and city center have plentiful shops, restaurants, and hotels. The station also has a Starbucks, McDonald's, and a Lidl supermarket. You can also find information and tickets for major bus services in the train station, although it is advisable to book in advance online.

All bus stations in Essen:

  • Train Station

Where does the bus arrive in Thun?

Main arrival station: Talackerstrasse 62

All buses from Essen arrive at one main station in Thun.

Bus stations in Thun:

  • Talackerstrasse 62

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