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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Ansbach is to bus and train which costs €50 - €90 and takes 8h 18m.

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 Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Essen to Ansbach?

The distance between Essen and Ansbach is 470 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 52m and costs €90 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m 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 Würzburg 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 336+ 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 Würzburg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to AnsbachRe80
4h 52m
€92–190
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Würzburg Main Station084 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to AnsbachRe80
8h 18m
€51–87
Drive 431.3 km
1. Drive from Essen to Ansbach431.3 km
3h 57m
€62–89
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 Nürnberg Hbf to Ansbach
5h 29m
€122–356
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 Nürnberg Hbf to Ansbach
4h 44m
€122–282
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 Würzburg Hbf
3. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Ansbach
5h 49m
€139–294
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 Flughafen München to Pasing
3. Take the train from Muenchen-Pasing to Ansbach
6h 6m
€140–324

Essen to Ansbach by train

128Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

€92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 470.4 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Ansbach via Würzburg Hbf in around 4h 52m.

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