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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Essen is to train and bus via Brussels which costs €45 - €75 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Essen is to drive which takes 4h and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Essen. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Essen Hbf via Lille Europe and Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Calais to Essen?

The distance between Calais and Essen is 511 km. The road distance is 399.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Essen without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs €130 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Calais to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Essen train from?

Calais to Essen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Where does the Calais to Essen train arrive?

Calais to Essen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Calais to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Essen is 400 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Calais to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Calais to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2574+ hotels available in Essen.

Calais to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Essen by train (TGV, Eurostar), train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
6h 10m
€139–262
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Essen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 28m
€46–87
Train, bus via Brussels
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Lille to Brussels-North train stationbus 328 / ...
3. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train stationbus 081
8h 53m
€48–75
Drive 399.7 km
1. Drive from Calais to Essencar 399.7 km
4h
€64–92
Train via Calais Frethun
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain
6h 22m
€137–262

Calais to Essen by train and bus

14Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

€139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 511 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Essen Hbf via Lille Flandres, Gare Rue De Tournai, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 6h 10m.

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