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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Ansbach is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Ansbach is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Ansbach?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Ansbach. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Ansbach via Nuernberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Essen to Ansbach?

The distance between Essen and Ansbach is 527 km. The road distance is 431.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Ansbach without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €65 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Essen to Ansbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Ansbach train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Ansbach train arrive?

Essen to Ansbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Ansbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Ansbach is 431 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Essen to Ansbach.

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

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Where can I stay near Ansbach?

There are 338+ hotels available in Ansbach.

Essen to Ansbach - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Essen to Ansbach by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nuernberg Hbf to AnsbachRe
4h 45m
€65–158
Drive 431.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Ansbach431.3 km
3h 57m
€62–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Würzburg Main Station084 / ...
2. Take the train from Marktbreit to AnsbachRe80
10h 4m
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)DUS - NUE
2. Take the train from Nuernberg Hbf to Ansbach
5h 13m
€121–356
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)FRA - NUE
3. Take the train from Nuernberg Hbf to Ansbach
4h 32m
€121–272
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)DUS - MUC
2. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Ansbach
6h 17m
€117–352
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf
3. Take the train from Nuernberg Hbf to Ansbach
6h 1m
€124–282

Essen to Ansbach by train

119Weekly Trains

4h 45mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 527.3 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Ansbach, Bavaria, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Ansbach via Nürnberg Hbf and Nuernberg Hbf in around 4h 45m.

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