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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Meiningen is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Meiningen is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Meiningen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Meiningen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Meiningen via Würzburg Hbf and Schweinfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Essen to Meiningen?

The distance between Essen and Meiningen is 506 km. The road distance is 328.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Meiningen without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Essen to Meiningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Meiningen train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Meiningen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Meiningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Meiningen is 329 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Essen to Meiningen.

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

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Where can I stay near Meiningen?

There are 414+ hotels available in Meiningen.

Essen to Meiningen - 3 ways to travel via train, night train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Meiningen by train, night train, 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 Würzburg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Schweinfurt HbfRe7
3. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to MeiningenRe
6h 26m
Drive 328.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Meiningen328.8 km
3h 33m
€47–68
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Wuerzburg HbfNj
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Schweinfurt HbfRe7
3. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to MeiningenRe
8h 12m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 505.9 km
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Meiningen via Würzburg Hbf and Schweinfurt Hbf in around 6h 26m.

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