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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Alsace is to bus and train which costs €40 - €75 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Alsace is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs €65 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Alsace?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Alsace. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Scherwiller via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg and Selestat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Essen to Alsace?

The distance between Essen and Alsace is 509 km. The road distance is 444.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Alsace without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 6h and costs €90 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Essen to Alsace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Alsace train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Alsace train arrive?

Essen to Alsace train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Alsace?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Alsace is 445 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Essen to Alsace.

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

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Where can I stay near Alsace?

There are 3481+ hotels available in Alsace.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Alsace by train (TGV), 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.

Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Selestattrain Ter
6h
€93–268
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Strasbourgbus FlixBus N11 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Selestattrain Ter
9h 42m
€41–73
Drive 444.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Alsacecar 444.7 km
4h 34m
€70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 43
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Scherwillertrain Ter
6h 38m
€98–332
Train #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz to Offenburgtrain
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Scherwillertrain Ter
10h 36m
€77–229

Essen to Alsace by train

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6hAverage Duration

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Distance: 508.7 km
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Scherwiller via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Strasbourg, and Selestat in around 6h.

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