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Caen - Essen Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Caen to Essen. Traveling by bus from Caen to Essen usually takes around 14 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 45 minutes.

Distance361 mi (582 km)
Shortest duration12h 45m
Cheapest price€65.48
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Caen to Essen?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Caen to Essen. 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
FlixBus214h 3m€73.54
  • 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 Caen to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 14 hours and 3 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 14 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 361 miles from Caen to Essen. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 45 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.

Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Caen to Essen.

The first bus leaves at 3:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Caen to Essen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

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

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Caen?

Main departure station: Caen Central Bus Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Caen.

All bus stations in Caen:

  • Caen Central Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Essen?

Main arrival 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

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