What is the best way to travel from Essen to Kaiserslautern?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses to Kaiserslautern from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Kaiserslautern from Essen?
You can reach Kaiserslautern with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus9h 20m006:50EssenCentral Station16:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 06:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
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FlixBus7h 45m016:00EssenCentral Station23:45KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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FlixBus7h 20m011:50EssenCentral Station19:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 11:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 19:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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FlixBus6h 45m006:20EssenCentral Station13:05KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus6h 45m006:20EssenCentral Station13:05KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/06/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 24/06/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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FlixBus9h 20m006:50EssenCentral Station16:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/06/2026 06:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 24/06/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
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FlixBus7h 20m011:50EssenCentral Station19:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/06/2026 11:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 24/06/2026 19:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus6h 45m006:20EssenCentral Station13:05KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 26/06/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 26/06/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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FlixBus7h 45m016:00EssenCentral Station23:45KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 26/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 26/06/2026 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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FlixBus9h 20m006:50EssenCentral Station16:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 26/06/2026 06:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 26/06/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Essen to Kaiserslautern?
You can get to Kaiserslautern from Essen in just 6h 45m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus6h 45m006:20EssenCentral Station13:05KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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FlixBus7h 20m011:50EssenCentral Station19:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 11:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 19:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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FlixBus7h 45m016:00EssenCentral Station23:45KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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FlixBus9h 20m006:50EssenCentral Station16:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 06:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus6h 45m006:20EssenCentral Station13:05KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/06/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 24/06/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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FlixBus7h 20m011:50EssenCentral Station19:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/06/2026 11:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 24/06/2026 19:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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FlixBus9h 20m006:50EssenCentral Station16:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/06/2026 06:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 24/06/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus6h 45m006:20EssenCentral Station13:05KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 26/06/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 26/06/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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FlixBus7h 45m016:00EssenCentral Station23:45KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 26/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 26/06/2026 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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FlixBus9h 20m006:50EssenCentral Station16:10KaiserslauternCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 26/06/2026 06:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kaiserslautern (Germany) arriving at 26/06/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Essen to Kaiserslautern
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Kaiserslautern?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Hafenstr. Bus Stop, Freiheit Bus Stop or Central Station, while in Kaiserslautern you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Hohenecken Train Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Kaiserslautern from Essen? With 3 connections between 1 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Kaiserslautern, you can pay as low as £19 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Kaiserslautern in just 6h 45m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Kaiserslautern are FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Kaiserslautern is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Otterbach, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Kaiserslautern?
The most popular companies between Essen and Kaiserslautern, are FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Kaiserslautern
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Kaiserslautern. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Essen to Kaiserslautern
How can I reach Kaiserslautern from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Kaiserslautern from Essen.
How far is Kaiserslautern from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Kaiserslautern is 230.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Kaiserslautern?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 39 kgs, and a flight 57 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Kaiserslautern?
You can get to Kaiserslautern with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Kaiserslautern?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Kaiserslautern in just 6h 45m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Essen and to Kaiserslautern
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Kaiserslautern. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
