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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Hildesheim is to bus via Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof which costs €17 - €30 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Hildesheim is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Hildesheim station. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Hildesheim central bus station via Hanover central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Hildesheim. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Hildesheim Hbf via Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Essen to Hildesheim?

The distance between Essen and Hildesheim is 275 km. The road distance is 260.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Hildesheim without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Essen to Hildesheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hildesheim bus from?

Essen to Hildesheim bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hildesheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Hildesheim?

The best way to get from Essen to Hildesheim is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Essen to Hildesheim bus arrive?

Essen to Hildesheim bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Hannover Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Hildesheim train arrive?

Essen to Hildesheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Hildesheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Hildesheim is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Essen to Hildesheim.

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

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Where can I stay near Hildesheim?

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Essen to Hildesheim - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Hildesheim 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
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbftrain 10 / ...
3h 7m
€59–139
Bus via Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus N3217 / ...
3h 58m
€17–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Hildesheim central bus stationbus N67
3h 26m
€27–42
Drive 260.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Hildesheimcar 260.4 km
2h 32m
€37–54
Train via Herford
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herfordtrain Re
2. Take the train from Herford to Hildesheim Hbftrain Rb
4h 8m
€47–92

Essen to Hildesheim by train

144Weekly Trains

3h 7mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.3 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–110 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Hildesheim central bus station via Hannover Hbf and Hanover central bus station in around 3h 26m.

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