What is the cheapest way to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen is to train which costs €110 - €140 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen is to fly and train which takes 4h 5m and costs €80 - €300.

Is there a direct train between Bad Reichenhall and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Bad Reichenhall to Essen. However, there are services departing from Bad Reichenhall and arriving at Essen Hbf via Freilassing and München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Bad Reichenhall to Essen?

The distance between Bad Reichenhall and Essen is 657 km. The road distance is 753.3 km.

How do I travel from Bad Reichenhall to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen without a car is to train via Munich which takes 7h 44m and costs €55 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bad Reichenhall to Essen train from?

Bad Reichenhall to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Freilassing station.

Train or bus from Bad Reichenhall to Essen?

The best way to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen is to train via Munich which takes 7h 44m and costs €55 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 11m.

Where does the Bad Reichenhall to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bad Reichenhall to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bad Reichenhall to Essen is 753 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Bad Reichenhall to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Bad Reichenhall to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Bad Reichenhall to Essen - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Bad Reichenhall to Essen by plane, train, bus, night train, 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 Salzburg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane SZG - DUS
2. Take the train from D-Flughafen Bf to Essen Hbftrain
4h 5m
€85–294
Train via Munich
cheapest
1. Take the train from Freilassing to München Hbftrain 62 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 47 / ...
7h 44m
€57–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bad Reichenhall Kurgastzentrum to Salzburg Hbfbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salzburg Hbf to Duisburg Hbfbus
14h 11m
Bus, night train
1. Take the bus from Bad Reichenhall Kurgastzentrum to Salzburg Hbfbus 180 / ...
2. Take the night train from Salzburg Hbf to Essen Hbfnighttrain Nj
11h 38m
€74–282
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Freilassing to München Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 46m
€108–321
Fly Salzburg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane SZG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
5h 39m
€155–386
Train
1. Take the train from Freilassing to Essen Hbftrain 62 / ...
9h 10m
€114–135
Drive 753.3 km
1. Drive from Bad Reichenhall to Essencar 753.3 km
6h 43m
€107–154
Car train, drive
1. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Würzburg Hbfcartrain 1392
2. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Essencar
5h 51m
€148–199

Bad Reichenhall to Essen by train

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7h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 656.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Bad Reichenhall, Germany and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Bad Reichenhall to Essen Hbf via Freilassing and München Hbf in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bad Reichenhall Kurgastzentrum to Essen Hbf via Salzburg Hbf, Duisburg Hbf, and Duisburg Hbf in around 14h 11m.

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