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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Braunschweig is to rideshare which costs €14 - €18 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Braunschweig is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Braunschweig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Brunswick central station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Braunschweig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Essen to Braunschweig?

The distance between Essen and Braunschweig is 301 km. The road distance is 306 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Braunschweig without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €55 - €65.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 52m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Braunschweig bus from?

Essen to Braunschweig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Braunschweig train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Braunschweig?

The best way to get from Essen to Braunschweig is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €55 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus via Dortmund, which costs and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Essen to Braunschweig bus arrive?

Essen to Braunschweig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brunswick central station.

Where does the Essen to Braunschweig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Braunschweig?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Braunschweig is 306 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Essen to Braunschweig.

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

Book your Essen to Braunschweig train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Braunschweig?

Book your Essen to Braunschweig bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Braunschweig?

There are 595+ hotels available in Braunschweig.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Braunschweig?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Braunschweig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen to Braunschweig - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Braunschweig by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 10
2h 52m
€55–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Brunswickrideshare 305.3 km
3h 29m
€14–18
Bus via Dortmund
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 081 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund to Braunschweig, Berliner Platzbus Mykolayiv
5h 30m
Drive 306 km
1. Drive from Essen to Braunschweigcar 306 km
2h 38m
€44–63
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3h 24m
€72–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brunswick central stationbus 081
5h 50m
€19–35

Essen to Braunschweig by train

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 300.8 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Braunschweig, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €55–65 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Braunschweig, Berliner Platz via Dortmund central bus station and Dortmund in around 5h 30m.

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