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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Essen to Ulm from various bus operators like FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus for the next days.

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Thursday

$74

Friday

$44

Saturday

$88

Sunday

Monday

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	23h 20m	9:00 PM	Essen	Central Station	8:20 PM	Ulm	Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station		Economy	$74	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 9:00:00 PM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Ulm via Frankfurt am Main, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  10h 35m
  
  0
  
  4:15 AM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Frankfurt am Main
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/31/2026 4:15:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 50m
  
  0
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Frankfurt am Main
  Central Station
  
  2:50 PM
  
  Ulm
  Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $25
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/31/2026 9:00:00 AM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Travel Time is 12h 45m shorter, and you will save $23

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 40m	1:25 PM	Essen	Central Station	12:05 AM	Ulm	Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/31/2026 1:25:00 PM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	9h 5m	8:30 PM	Essen	Central Station	5:35 AM	Ulm	Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/31/2026 8:30:00 PM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
FlixBus	10h 15m	9:05 AM	Essen	Central Station	7:20 PM	Ulm	Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station	Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/31/2026 9:05:00 AM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
BlaBlaCar Bus	23h 20m	9:00 PM	Essen	Central Station	8:20 PM	Ulm	Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/31/2026 9:00:00 PM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 8:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	23h 20m	9:00 PM	Essen	Central Station	8:20 PM	Ulm	Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station		Economy	$88	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 8/1/2026 9:00:00 PM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 8:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Ulm via Bochum, you can save more than $52? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  Save more than 59%
  
  9h 35m
  
  Essen
  
  9 mi
  
  8:00 PM
  
  Bochum
  Central Station
  
  5:35 AM
  
  Ulm
  Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $36
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Bochum (Germany) at 8/1/2026 8:00:00 PM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Ulm via Frankfurt am Main, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  10h 35m
  
  0
  
  4:15 AM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Frankfurt am Main
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/31/2026 4:15:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 50m
  
  0
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Frankfurt am Main
  Central Station
  
  2:50 PM
  
  Ulm
  Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $25
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/31/2026 9:00:00 AM to Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station, Ulm (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Travel Time is 12h 45m shorter, and you will save $37

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Essen to Ulm is $40 on 8/6/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Essen and Ulm

See here how frequent the connections between Essen and Ulm are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Essen to Ulm. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Essen and Ulm.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4 buses from Essen to Ulm, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Essen and Ulm, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Essen to Ulm

Compare all providers like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Essen to Ulm in one click! Book your bus ticket from Essen to Ulm starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus	$40
Fastest Bus	9h 5m
Earliest Bus	9:00 PM
Latest Bus	9:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	249.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Essen to Ulm

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Essen for Ulm: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/28/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$74

Friday 07/31

$80

Saturday 08/01

$88

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$40

Friday 08/07

$102

Saturday 08/08

$88

Sunday 08/09

$91

Monday 08/10

$102

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Essen to Ulm

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Essen to Ulm, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $40, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Essen to Ulm. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $87.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Essen to Ulm, with $44. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $55.

How to save money travelling from Essen to Ulm

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Essen to Ulm in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Essen to Ulm, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Essen to Ulm are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Essen and Ulm

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Essen and Ulm.

Freiheit Bus Stop

Rathaus Bus Stop

Am Porschepl.

Central Bus Station

Süd Bus Station

Am Grugapark

Bredeney Bus Stop

Central Bus Station

Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 7

Eberhard-Finckh-Straße Station

Clarissenstraße Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Essen to Ulm? Compare all modes of transports from Essen to Ulm.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Essen to Ulm

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Essen to Ulm? Or which bus companies serve the route Essen to Ulm? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Essen to Ulm bus

How much does a Essen Ulm bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 10h 40m to reach Ulm. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Essen to Ulm?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $88. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Ulm.

On average, how many connections are available from Essen to Ulm each day?

Every day, the Essen to Ulm bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Essen to Ulm take?

The fastest bus from Essen to Ulm is offered by FlixBus and takes 9h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $44. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Essen to Ulm?

The earliest bus arriving in Ulm from Essen starts at 9:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Essen to Ulm?

The latest bus trip departing from Essen for Ulm starts at 9:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Essen Ulm route?

When traveling by bus from Essen to Ulm, passengers can travel with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Ulm?

You can check all the direct connections between Essen and Ulm by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.

What can I take with me on the Essen to Ulm bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Essen Ulm bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Essen Ulm bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Essen to Ulm on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Essen to Ulm

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Essen and to Ulm

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Essen and to Ulm. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!