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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Essen is to fly which costs €85 - €410 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Essen is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs €85 - €410.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Essen. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Essen Hbf via Librazhd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Athens to Essen?

The distance between Athens and Essen is 2073 km. The road distance is 2593.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Essen without a car is to train and bus which takes 32h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Athens to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Essen bus from?

Athens to Essen bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Essen?

The best way to get from Athens to Essen is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs €85 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €210 - €240 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Athens to Essen bus arrive?

Athens to Essen bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Librazhd station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Essen?

Essen is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 9:15 AM in Athens and 8:15 AM in Essen.

Can I drive from Athens to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Essen is 2594 km. It takes approximately 24h 10m to drive from Athens to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2593+ hotels available in Essen.

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

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

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

Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ATH - DUS
6h 26m
€89–407
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the bus from Gevgelija to Strumicabus
4. Take the bus from Strumica to Essen Hbfbus
32h 11m
Train, bus via Budapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Budapest Hotel Platanusbus
3. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 47 / ...
34h 48m
€149–293
Drive 2,593.8 km
1. Drive from Athens to Essencar 2,593.8 km
24h 10m
€468–675
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ATH - CGN
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain
7h 37m
€96–344
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ATH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
7h 59m
€104–319
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Librazhdbus
2. Take the bus from Librazhd to Essen Hbfbus
2d
€211–231
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Larissatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Larissa to Frankfurt am Mainbus
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
2d 1h
€275–455
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Athens to Villach Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbfcartrain
23h 47m
€410–1,449

Athens to Essen by train, bus, foot, and tram

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34h 48mAverage Duration

€149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,072.6 km
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Essen, Germany?

Sky Express, Eurowings, and three other airlines fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athens to Essen Hbf via Librazhd in around 2d.

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