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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kufstein is to train which costs €40 - €120 and takes 11h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kufstein is to fly and train which takes 4h 29m and costs €110 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Kufstein?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Kufstein. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Bahnhof, Kufstein via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße Ersatzhaltestelle and Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Kufstein?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Kufstein. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Essen to Kufstein?

The distance between Essen and Kufstein is 747 km. The road distance is 713 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kufstein without a car is to train via Munich which takes 6h 48m and costs €130 - €340.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Essen to Kufstein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kufstein bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Kufstein train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Kufstein?

The best way to get from Essen to Kufstein is to train via Munich which takes 6h 48m and costs €130 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €70 - €120 and takes 13h 52m.

Where does the Essen to Kufstein bus arrive?

Essen to Kufstein bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.

Where does the Essen to Kufstein train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Kufstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kufstein is 713 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Essen to Kufstein.

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

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Where can I stay near Kufstein?

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Essen to Kufstein - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Essen to Kufstein by train, bus, night train, car, car train, or plane

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Train via Munich
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Kufsteintrain 89 / ...
6h 48m
€139–338
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Kufsteintrain Drf
11h 4m
€40–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus N537
2. Take the bus from Hauptbahnhof to Bahnhof, Kufsteinbus 6020
13h 52m
€72–117
Night train
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Kufsteinnighttrain Nj
11h 9m
€45–190
Drive 713 km
1. Drive from Essen to Kufsteincar 713 km
6h 18m
€115–166
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Essen to Göttingencar
2. Take the car train from Göttingen to München Ostcartrain
3. Drive from München Ost to Kufsteincar
9h 38m
€141–187
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Kufsteintrain
4h 29m
€111–332
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
3. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Kufsteintrain
4h 56m
€115–321
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane DUS - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Kufsteintrain
5h 51m
€104–276
Train to Münster Osnabrück International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane FMO - MUC
3. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Kufsteintrain
5h 50m
€149–348
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane FRA - SZG
3. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Kufsteintrain
5h 50m
€182–471

Essen to Kufstein by train

181Weekly Trains

6h 48mAverage Duration

€139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 746.9 km
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Kufstein, Tyrol, Austria?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Kufstein via München Hbf in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Bahnhof, Kufstein via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße Ersatzhaltestelle, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Hauptbahnhof in around 13h 52m.

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