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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Europe is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Europe is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Europe?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Europe. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Nentershausen Oderstraße via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Bebra Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Essen to Europe?

The distance between Essen and Europe is 316 km. The road distance is 259.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Europe without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $60 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Essen to Europe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Europe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Europe?

The best way to get from Essen to Europe is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $60 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Essen to Europe bus arrive?

Essen to Europe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Can I drive from Essen to Europe?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Europe is 259 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Essen to Europe.

Where can I stay near Europe?

There are 835+ hotels available in Europe.

Essen to Europe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Europe by train, bus, night 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
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bebra Bahnhoftrain Rb5 / ...
5h 15m
$62–168
Drive 259.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Europecar 259.1 km
2h 35m
$43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Kasselbus 023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bebra Bahnhofbus Sev
6h 45m
Night train, bus
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehenighttrain Nj
2. Take the bus from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bebra Bahnhofbus Sev
5h 46m

Essen to Europe by train and bus

42Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 316 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Europe?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Nentershausen Oderstraße via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, Bebra Bahnhof, and Bebra Bahnhof in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Nentershausen Oderstraße via Kassel, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, and Bebra Bahnhof in around 6h 45m.

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