What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt is to bus and train which costs €40 - €70 and takes 10h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Eichstätt Stadt?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Eichstaett Stadt via Ingolstadt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt?

The distance between Essen and Eichstätt Stadt is 604 km. The road distance is 502.9 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs €60 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Eichstätt Stadt train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Eichstätt Stadt train arrive?

Essen to Eichstätt Stadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Ingolstadt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Eichstätt Stadt is 503 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt?

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Essen to Eichstätt Stadt - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Ingolstadt Hbf41
6h 13m
€60–139
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Nuremberg central bus stationN885 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Eichstätt BahnhofRb16
10h 8m
€43–68
Drive 502.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Eichstätt Stadt502.9 km
4h 56m
€72–104
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)DUS - MUC
2. Take the bus from Flughafen München to Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West
5h 32m
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Eichstätt BahnhofRb16
6h 49m
€73–166
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)CGN - MUC
3. Take the bus from Flughafen München to Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West
6h 6m
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 Eichstätt Bahnhof
6h 36m
€129–280
Train to Münster Osnabrück International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO) to Munich International Airport (MUC)FMO - MUC
3. Take the bus from Flughafen München to Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West
6h 56m
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Munich International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)FRA - MUC
3. Take the bus from Flughafen München to Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West
6h 42m

Essen to Eichstätt Stadt by train

14Weekly Trains

6h 13mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 604.2 km
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Eichstätt Stadt, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Ingolstadt Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €50–130 and the journey takes 4h 37m.

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