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Essen to Sarajevo coach

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Essen - Sarajevo Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Essen to Sarajevo. Traveling by coach from Essen to Sarajevo usually takes around 29 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 26 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance745 mi (1199 km)
Shortest duration26h 10m
Cheapest price£60.50
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Coach lines1

What coach companies travel from Essen to Sarajevo?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Essen to Sarajevo. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus31d 5h 31m£75.73
  • 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 3 trips from Essen to Sarajevo, and usually makes the trip in about 29 hours and 31 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 coach takes an average of 29 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 745 miles from Essen to Sarajevo. However, the fastest coach only takes 26 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Sarajevo. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

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

The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 06:00. To see the times for all coaches from Essen to Sarajevo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Essen to Sarajevo every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the coach 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 coach stations in Essen:

  • Train Station

Where does the coach arrive in Sarajevo?

Main arrival station: Put života 8

All coaches from Essen arrive at one main station in Sarajevo.

Coach stations in Sarajevo:

  • Put života 8

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