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

The cheapest way to get from Aurich to Essen is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aurich to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Aurich and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Aurich to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Aurich(Ostfriesl) B72/Ostertor and arriving at Essen central train station via Leer and Groningen central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Aurich to Essen?

The distance between Aurich and Essen is 272 km. The road distance is 248.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Aurich to Essen without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Aurich to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aurich to Essen bus from?

Aurich to Essen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Leer station.

Where does the Aurich to Essen bus arrive?

Aurich to Essen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Groningen, Hoofdstation.

Can I drive from Aurich to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Aurich to Essen is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Aurich to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2509+ hotels available in Essen.

Aurich to Essen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aurich to Essen by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Aurich(Ostfriesl) B72/Ostertor to Leer(Ostfriesl) ZOB460
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to HER Wanne-Eickel Hbf35 / ...
4h 35m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leer to Groningen, Hoofdstation401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Essen central train station027
8h 1m
€35–116
Drive 248.5 km
1. Drive from Aurich to Essen248.5 km
2h 21m
€36–52

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 271.6 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Aurich, Lower Saxony, Germany and Essen, Germany?

You can take a bus from Aurich(Ostfriesl) B72/Ostertor to Essen central train station via Leer(Ostfriesl) ZOB, Leer, and Groningen central station in around 8h 1m.

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