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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kalmar is to train which costs 950 kr - 1800 kr and takes 14h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kalmar is to fly which takes 8h 33m and costs 3000 kr - 3900 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Kalmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Kalmar station. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Hanover central bus station, Lund Centralstation and Hässleholm Centralstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Kalmar?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Kalmar station. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Hamburg Hbf and Copenhagen Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

How far is it from Essen to Kalmar?

The distance between Essen and Kalmar is 1215 km. The road distance is 1128.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kalmar without a car is to train via Copenhagen Airport (CPH) which takes 13h 54m and costs 1600 kr - 2800 kr.

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

It takes approximately 13h 54m to get from Essen to Kalmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kalmar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Kalmar train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Kalmar?

The best way to get from Essen to Kalmar is to train via Copenhagen Airport (CPH) which takes 13h 54m and costs 1600 kr - 2800 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1400 kr - 2000 kr and takes 21h 3m, you could also fly, which costs 3000 kr - 3900 kr and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Essen to Kalmar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Kalmar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Kalmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kalmar is 1129 km. It takes approximately 10h 46m to drive from Essen to Kalmar.

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

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Where can I stay near Kalmar?

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Essen to Kalmar - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Essen to Kalmar by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to København, Københavns Lufthavntrain Ece
3. Take the train from Copenhagen Airport to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
13h 54m
kr 1,616–2,774
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Malmö, Centralstationtrain 344
3. Take the train from Malmö, Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
14h 12m
kr 976–1,794
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Lundbus N73
3. Take the bus from Lund Centralstation to Hässleholm Centralstationbus
4. Take the bus from Hässleholm Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstationbus
21h 3m
kr 1,425–1,964
Drive 1,128.5 km
1. Drive from Essen to Kalmarcar 1,128.5 km
10h 46m
kr 1,924–2,780
Fly to Kalmar Öland Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR)plane DUS - KLR
8h 33m
kr 3,012–3,872
Train #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Eslov stationtrain Ic
3. Take the train from Eslöv station to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
14h 44m
kr 1,078–1,737
Fly to Copenhagen Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)plane DUS - CPH
2. Take the train from Copenhagen Airport to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
8h 45m
kr 1,436–3,637
Fly to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)plane DUS - GOT
2. Take the bus from Landvetter flygplats to Borås Centralstationbus
3. Take the train from Borås Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
9h 13m
kr 1,152–3,472

Essen to Kalmar by train

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13h 54mAverage Duration

kr 1,616Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,214.9 km
Duration: 13h 54m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Kalmar, Sweden?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Hamburg Hbf, København, Københavns Lufthavn, and Copenhagen Airport in around 13h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Hannover Hbf, Hanover central bus station, Lund, Lund Centralstation, and Hässleholm Centralstation in around 21h 3m.

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