What is the cheapest way to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen is to rideshare which costs €19 - €35 and takes 6h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen is to fly and train which takes 3h 34m and costs €80 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Alexanderplatz and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin and arriving at Essen. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Alexanderplatz and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Alexanderplatz to Essen. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Essen Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

The distance between Alexanderplatz and Essen is 499 km. The road distance is 528.2 km.

How do I travel from Alexanderplatz to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €35 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexanderplatz to Essen bus from?

Alexanderplatz to Essen bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, depart from Berlin station.

Where do I catch the Alexanderplatz to Essen train from?

Alexanderplatz to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

The best way to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus via Magdeburg, which costs and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Alexanderplatz to Essen bus arrive?

Alexanderplatz to Essen bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, arrive at Essen station.

Where does the Alexanderplatz to Essen train arrive?

Alexanderplatz to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexanderplatz to Essen is 528 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Alexanderplatz to Essen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2593+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Alexanderplatz to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Alexanderplatz and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Alexanderplatz to Essen - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Alexanderplatz to Essen by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 34m
€38–123
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Essenrideshare 525.8 km
6h 1m
€19–35
Bus via Magdeburg
1. Take the bus from Berlin to Magdeburgbus
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
7h 7m
Drive 528.2 km
1. Drive from Alexanderplatz to Essencar 528.2 km
4h 28m
€75–109
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
2. Take the train from D-Flughafen Bf to Essen Hbftrain
3h 34m
€83–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin to Essenbus
8h 10m
€25–45
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Essen central train stationbus N1387
9h 16m
€24–55
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain
4h 54m
€80–287
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
5h 18m
€93–302

Alexanderplatz to Essen by foot and train

153Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 499.3 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Alexanderplatz, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alexanderplatz to Südviertel, Essen via Berlin and Magdeburg in around 7h 7m.

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