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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Greetsiel is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Greetsiel is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Greetsiel?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Greetsiel. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Greetsiel Ankerstraße via Bremen Fernbusterminal and Emden Hbf/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Essen to Greetsiel?

The distance between Essen and Greetsiel is 290 km. The road distance is 266.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Greetsiel without a car is to train and line 421 bus which takes 5h 14m and costs €70 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Essen to Greetsiel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Greetsiel bus from?

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

Where does the Essen to Greetsiel bus arrive?

Essen to Greetsiel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bremen Fernbusterminal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Greetsiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Greetsiel is 267 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Essen to Greetsiel.

Where can I stay near Greetsiel?

There are 5730+ hotels available in Greetsiel.

Essen to Greetsiel - 3 ways to travel via train, line 421 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Greetsiel 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 421 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Emden Hbftrain 35
2. Take the bus from Emden Hbf/ZOB to Greetsiel Ankerstraßebus 421
5h 14m
€75–133
Drive 266.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Greetsielcar 266.9 km
2h 31m
€39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus N74 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bremen Fernbusterminal to Emden central bus stationbus 144
8h 40m
€62–81

Essen to Greetsiel by train and bus

53Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.5 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Essen central train station to Greetsiel Ankerstraße via Bremen Fernbusterminal and Emden Hbf/ZOB in around 8h 40m.

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