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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Europe is to bus and train which costs $28 - $65 and takes 5h 41m.

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.

How far is it from Essen to Europe?

The distance between Essen and Europe is 336 km. The road distance is 259.4 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 and line 250 bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $70 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Essen to Europe, including transfers.

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 788+ hotels available in Europe.

Essen to Europe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 250 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Europe by train, bus, 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, line 250 bus
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bebra Bahnhoftrain 51
2. Take the bus from Bebra Bahnhof to Sontra-Ulfen Mittebus 250
5h 11m
$71–79
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Kasselbus 023 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bebra Bahnhoftrain Rb5 / ...
5h 41m
$29–65
Drive 259.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Europecar 259.4 km
2h 35m
$43–62
Train, line 250 bus via Kassel
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bebra Bahnhoftrain Rb5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bebra Bahnhof to Sontra-Ulfen Mittebus 250
5h 42m
$66–125

Essen to Europe by train and bus

2Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 336.4 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Europe?

There is no direct connection from Essen to Europe. However, you can take the train to Bebra Bahnhof, walk to Bebra Bahnhof, then take the line 250 bus to Sontra-Ulfen Mitte. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Nentershausen Oderstraße via Kassel, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, Bebra Bahnhof, and Bebra Bahnhof in around 5h 41m.

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