Bus tickets Essen — Kyiv
Buses from Essen to Kyiv: 6 direct trips a day from 6 carriers. The fastest one takes 28 h, tickets start at €71. Compare the timetable and prices and book online in a few minutes.
Essen — Kyiv bus timetable
Timetables and prices change — the search above shows seats and fares for your date. Times are local; «+1» means arrival the next day.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
05:45 Bus station near the main railway station, south side, Freiheit 5a | 13:30+1 Bus station "Kyiv", Symon Petliura Street, 32 | 30 h 45 min | Benz Express | €97 |
07:00 HBF , Sudseite | 20:00+1 Bus station "Kyiv", Symon Petliura Street, 32 | 36 h | EAST WEST EUROLINES | €81 |
08:00 Bus station near the main railway station, south side, Freiheit 5a | 13:00+1 Bus station "Kyiv", Symon Petliura Street, 32 | 28 h | UKRAINE-D | €100 |
08:50 Центральный автовокзал, Freiheit 5a, 45127, Essen | 15:40+1 Bus station "Kyiv", Symon Petliura Street, 32 | 29 h 50 min | EuroClub | €102 |
10:05 Bus station near the main railway station, south side, Freiheit 5a | 17:45+1 Bus station "Kyiv", Symon Petliura Street, 32 | 30 h 40 min | EUROVOYAGE | €111 |
21:05 Bus station near the main railway station, south side, Freiheit 5a | 08:15+2 Kyiv, Bus station Central, metro Demiyivska; Nauky Ave 1/2 | 34 h 10 min | ТОВ МКТ Зесен Транс | €71 |
Carriers on this route
- ТОВ МКТ Зесен Транс1 trip · from €71
- EAST WEST EUROLINES1 trip · from €81
- Benz Express1 trip · from €97
- UKRAINE-D1 trip · from €100
- EuroClub1 trip · from €102
- EUROVOYAGE1 trip · from €111
Bus stations and stops
Departure — Essen
- Bus station near the main railway station, south side, Freiheit 5a
- HBF , Sudseite
- Центральный автовокзал, Freiheit 5a, 45127, Essen
Arrival — Kyiv
- Bus station "Kyiv", Symon Petliura Street, 32
- Kyiv, Bus station Central, metro Demiyivska; Nauky Ave 1/2
On-board facilities
- Wi-Fi — 4 of 6 trips
- Power sockets — 4 of 6 trips
- Air conditioning — 5 of 6 trips
- Toilet — 3 of 6 trips
- TV — 3 of 6 trips
- Luggage included — 3 of 6 trips
- Pets allowed — 2 of 6 trips
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Tickets to Kyiv from every city →Questions about the Essen — Kyiv trip
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Kyiv?
The fastest direct trip takes 28 h; a typical one is around 30 h 45 min. The real journey can be longer than the timetable — it depends on the queue at the border.
How much is a bus ticket Essen — Kyiv?
A direct trip starts at €71. The fare depends on the carrier, the date and how many seats are left — the search on this page shows the exact price for your date.
What time do buses from Essen to Kyiv depart?
The first direct bus leaves at 05:45 and the last one at 21:05. There are 6 direct trips a day.
Where do buses from Essen to Kyiv depart from?
The main boarding points are: Bus station near the main railway station, south side, Freiheit 5a; HBF , Sudseite. The exact address is printed on your ticket.
Which carriers run from Essen to Kyiv?
ТОВ МКТ Зесен Транс, Benz Express, EAST WEST EUROLINES, EuroClub, EUROVOYAGE and 1 more. You can compare their trips, prices and refund terms in the search on this page.
How do I get a refund?
Refund conditions are shown before purchase under «Trip details». We also state them on the ticket itself. You can return a ticket yourself on the «My tickets» page, if the carrier's rules allow it. If the trip has already departed and you could not travel for personal reasons, a refund is not possible.
How much luggage can I take?
Every carrier sets its own luggage rules. Check «Trip details» for the number of items allowed and whether extra luggage is available.
What if the bus is late?
Call the contact number printed on your ticket next to the route information — the carrier has the most accurate arrival time.
Do I need a passport for European routes?
Document requirements differ from country to country. Check with the border service or the consulate of the country you are travelling to for the exact list of documents for your route.
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